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AV51 CWM

2001 BMW 525

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

150,463 mi
Last recorded150,463 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2013
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV51 CWM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2013 150,463 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front discs & pads look to be worn unable to inspect fully

Fail 14 Feb 2013 150,463 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

front discs & pads look to be worn unable to inspect fully

Fail 9 Mar 2012 143,325 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 143,325 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 132,588 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

off side mirror has damage[ but ok]

Pass 18 Mar 2010 125,115 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Mar 2010 125,115 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 117,191 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Mar 2009 117,121 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 109,736 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 21 Mar 2007 101,089 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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AV51 CWM is a 2001 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AV51 CWM, 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 AV51 CWM registered?

AV51 CWM is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 17 September 2001.

Is AV51 CWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV51 CWM shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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