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FX57 ZXP

2007 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

145,006 mi
Last recorded145,006 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2016
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX57 ZXP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2016 145,006 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2016 233,362 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 226,321 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 131,425 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

surface corrosion brake discs

Pass 5 Sep 2013 125,568 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Sep 2013 125,568 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 114,162 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 106,472 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 106,438 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 96,018 miles

near side and off side front tyres wearing onn inside edge

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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FX57 ZXP is a 2007 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2007 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 103,362 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 FX57 ZXP, 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 19 years old, this BMW 525 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FX57 ZXP registered?

FX57 ZXP is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 7 September 2007.

Is FX57 ZXP safe to buy?

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