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LJ51 AXH

2001 BMW 540

Grey Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

30,254 mi
Last recorded30,254 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW 540106,299 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 AXH
MakeBMW
Model540
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 30,254 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2025 30,249 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 29,833 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 28,602 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 27,815 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 25,310 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 24,903 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 24,231 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 22,722 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 22,440 miles

o/s/front,o/s/rear & n/s/rear tyres cracking

Pass 19 Aug 2016 22,294 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 21,284 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 20,736 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 19,780 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 19,780 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 18,550 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 17,027 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 15,814 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 14,125 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 13,139 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 12,487 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 11,686 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 10,234 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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LJ51 AXH is a 2001 BMW 540 in Grey with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2001 BMW 540 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 106,299 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its 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 LJ51 AXH, 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

How do I check the history of LJ51 AXH?

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What year was LJ51 AXH registered?

LJ51 AXH is a 2001 BMW 540, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is LJ51 AXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ51 AXH shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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