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DF65 VNM

2015 BMW 525

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

149,047 mi
Last recorded149,047 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 52573,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF65 VNM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2026 149,047 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Mar 2025 144,320 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 139,734 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 135,192 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 129,640 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 122,630 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 107,980 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 93,630 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 73,731 miles

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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DF65 VNM is a 2015 BMW 525 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2015 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 73,576 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 DF65 VNM, 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 11 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 DF65 VNM?

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What year was DF65 VNM registered?

DF65 VNM is a 2015 BMW 525, first registered on 30 November 2015.

Is DF65 VNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF65 VNM shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DF65 VNM have outstanding finance?

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