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BV09 JVJ

2009 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

214,037 mi
Last recorded214,037 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV09 JVJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2024 214,037 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 197,330 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 181,135 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 170,145 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 165,231 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 157,570 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Jul 2019 157,570 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 146,590 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 140,079 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 131,519 miles

rear tyres tread low 3mm

Pass 8 Oct 2015 124,078 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 122,230 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 111,527 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Feb 2013 99,327 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 78,500 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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BV09 JVJ is a 2009 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BV09 JVJ, 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

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What year was BV09 JVJ registered?

BV09 JVJ is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 13 March 2009.

Is BV09 JVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV09 JVJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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