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AY51 KLJ

2001 BMW 525

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

134,271 mi
Last recorded134,271 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 525106,448 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY51 KLJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2016 134,271 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 134,271 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 129,112 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 115,728 miles

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 10 Jul 2014 115,728 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 110,697 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 104,519 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 98,941 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 94,403 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 86,395 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2007 78,881 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 57,507 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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AY51 KLJ is a 2001 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AY51 KLJ, 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 AY51 KLJ registered?

AY51 KLJ is a 2001 BMW 525, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is AY51 KLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY51 KLJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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