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Y987 MHJ

2001 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

145,859 mi
Last recorded145,859 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY987 MHJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2016 145,859 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 143,514 miles

Engine light on

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jan 2014 140,554 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 313,965 miles

Engine man. light on.

Fail 31 Jan 2013 131,965 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine man. light on.

Pass 27 Jan 2012 127,896 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 27 Jan 2012 127,896 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 124,384 miles

Oil leak

Fail 28 Jan 2011 124,384 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Jan 2010 120,831 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2009 117,301 miles

Front anti-roll bar link dust cover torn.

Pass 25 Jan 2008 110,915 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2008 110,915 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2007 102,798 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2005 91,142 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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Y987 MHJ is a 2001 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2001 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 106,448 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y987 MHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 25 years old, this BMW 525 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y987 MHJ registered?

Y987 MHJ is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 19 March 2001.

Is Y987 MHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y987 MHJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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