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BN09 RVO

2009 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,437 mi
Last recorded108,437 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN09 RVO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2019 108,437 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some testable components

Pass 19 Apr 2018 97,580 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 21 Apr 2017 86,404 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Apr 2016 73,207 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2015 59,488 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 45,128 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 May 2013 32,645 miles

undertrays fitted on complete vehicle.

Fail 6 May 2013 32,645 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

undertrays fitted on complete vehicle.

Pass 29 Mar 2012 19,963 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 19,639 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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BN09 RVO is a 2009 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2009 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 93,701 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BN09 RVO, 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 17 years old, this BMW 525 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN09 RVO?

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What year was BN09 RVO registered?

BN09 RVO is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 24 March 2009.

Is BN09 RVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN09 RVO shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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