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AV51 KFY

2001 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

140,886 mi
Last recorded140,886 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV51 KFY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2018 140,886 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 132,095 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 125,559 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 114,046 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 110,470 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 105,998 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2010 101,296 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 90,505 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 78,827 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 67,438 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 57,187 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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AV51 KFY is a 2001 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 AV51 KFY, 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 AV51 KFY?

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What year was AV51 KFY registered?

AV51 KFY is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is AV51 KFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV51 KFY shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AV51 KFY have outstanding finance?

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