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PN51 RXW

2001 BMW 540

Silver Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

135,493 mi
Last recorded135,493 miles
Recorded on20 May 2013
Typical for 2001 BMW 540106,299 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN51 RXW
MakeBMW
Model540
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2013 135,493 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 128,101 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 May 2011 123,443 miles

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

hand brake requires attension only just passed 16 %

Pass 25 May 2010 112,950 miles

both front brake reaction rods slightly worn on inner bushes

front brake discs corroded and worn

Fail 22 May 2010 112,714 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front brake reaction rods slightly worn on inner bushes

front brake discs corroded and worn

Pass 14 May 2009 91,705 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 May 2008 78,860 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 65,781 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 23,565 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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PN51 RXW is a 2001 BMW 540 in Silver with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PN51 RXW, 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 PN51 RXW?

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What year was PN51 RXW registered?

PN51 RXW is a 2001 BMW 540, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is PN51 RXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN51 RXW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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