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YD51 EDR

2001 BMW 525

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

172,143 mi
Last recorded172,143 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2015
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD51 EDR
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2015 172,143 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 20 May 2014 165,389 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 156,701 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 22 May 2013 156,699 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 152,233 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 133,402 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 116,938 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 116,938 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 22 Aug 2009 109,688 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 105,688 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2008 95,618 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 88,029 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 79,813 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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YD51 EDR is a 2001 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YD51 EDR, 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

How do I check the history of YD51 EDR?

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What year was YD51 EDR registered?

YD51 EDR is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 26 October 2001.

Is YD51 EDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD51 EDR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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