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AP51 NXH

2001 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

127,224 mi
Last recorded127,224 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 NXH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2016 127,224 miles

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

Fail 5 Feb 2016 127,222 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2015 123,827 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 120,469 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 116,594 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 113,066 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 107,850 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 101,506 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 95,152 miles

play in steering rack slight

rear disc corroding

Fail 6 Feb 2009 95,152 miles

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

play in steering rack slight

rear disc corroding

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

Pass 1 Feb 2008 86,921 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2008 86,921 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

slight play in steering rack

Pass 22 Jan 2007 72,962 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 72,962 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Feb 2006 61,132 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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AP51 NXH is a 2001 BMW 525 in Silver 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 AP51 NXH, 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 AP51 NXH registered?

AP51 NXH is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 29 September 2001.

Is AP51 NXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP51 NXH 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.

Does AP51 NXH have outstanding finance?

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