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AD51 WUY

2001 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

147,391 mi
Last recorded147,391 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD51 WUY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2018 147,391 miles

fuel lines corroded

o/s/f steel brake pipe corrded

Fail 2 Mar 2018 147,391 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

fuel lines corroded

o/s/f steel brake pipe corrded

Pass 2 Feb 2017 145,718 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 143,347 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2015 140,645 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 137,521 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2013 129,003 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2011 118,130 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 106,642 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 97,356 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2008 88,220 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 77,773 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 66,775 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2006 66,775 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Dec 2005 54,084 miles

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

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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AD51 WUY is a 2001 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AD51 WUY, 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 AD51 WUY registered?

AD51 WUY is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 8 December 2001.

Is AD51 WUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD51 WUY shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AD51 WUY have outstanding finance?

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