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YV51 RHK

2001 BMW 525

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

153,749 mi
Last recorded153,749 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2015
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYV51 RHK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 4 Dec 2015 153,749 miles

Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

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

Front oil leak

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 132,249 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 122,863 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 120,106 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 113,898 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 99,705 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)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 91,341 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 75,358 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2006 56,145 miles

Offside Rear 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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YV51 RHK is a 2001 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YV51 RHK, 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 YV51 RHK registered?

YV51 RHK is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 5 October 2001.

Is YV51 RHK safe to buy?

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