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Y98 KNP

2001 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

200,207 mi
Last recorded200,207 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2015
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY98 KNP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2015 200,207 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Jan 2015 200,207 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Feb 2014 190,042 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 177,716 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 166,324 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 155,912 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 146,783 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2009 137,671 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 126,003 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 102,041 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 102,041 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2005 86,974 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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Y98 KNP is a 2001 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y98 KNP, 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 Y98 KNP registered?

Y98 KNP is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 29 June 2001.

Is Y98 KNP safe to buy?

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