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LB51 UAE

2001 BMW 540

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,509 mi
Last recorded111,509 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2011
Typical for 2001 BMW 540106,299 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB51 UAE
MakeBMW
Model540
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2011 111,509 miles

refer to vt32 759199561110

Fail 18 Jun 2011 111,509 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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)

damage to n/s/r bumper

exhaust system corroded

front brake discs lipped

fuel cap seal age cracking

movement in both rear lower suspension arm outer bearings

o/s headlight aim on upper limits

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

oil leaks

rear tyres worn on inner edges

unable to check n/s/r seatbelt fully due to child seat fitted

Pass 8 May 2010 101,687 miles

fuel cap seal heavy age cracking. requires attention

wipers worn

Fail 1 May 2010 101,492 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

fuel cap seal heavy age cracking. requires attention

wipers worn

Pass 4 Jun 2009 95,449 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 88,488 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 77,706 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 64,485 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 540?

Based on 50,016 MOT tests across 4,152 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
4,801
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
4,152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,881
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,341
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,599
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,360
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,334
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LB51 UAE is a 2001 BMW 540 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 BMW 540 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 106,299 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a BMW 540 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,881 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB51 UAE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 540 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 25 years old, this BMW 540 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LB51 UAE registered?

LB51 UAE is a 2001 BMW 540, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is LB51 UAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB51 UAE shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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