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LR51 YPN

2001 BMW 540

Black Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,923 mi
Last recorded58,923 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW 540106,299 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR51 YPN
MakeBMW
Model540
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2021 58,923 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 58,706 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 56,598 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 56,244 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 55,769 miles

Offside Front 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 15 Jun 2015 55,475 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015 55,475 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 52,955 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 52,955 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 46,537 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 44,106 miles

Baby seat fitted on nearside rear outer seat not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt.

Fail 23 Jul 2009 44,106 miles

Baby seat fitted on nearside rear outer seat not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt.

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 41,373 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 41,373 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 1 Sep 2007 39,901 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 34,191 miles

rear brake pad thickness on 2mm approx

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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LR51 YPN is a 2001 BMW 540 in Black with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 LR51 YPN, 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 LR51 YPN registered?

LR51 YPN is a 2001 BMW 540, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is LR51 YPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR51 YPN shows 16 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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