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FY07 VVA

2007 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,846 mi
Last recorded97,846 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2015
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY07 VVA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2015 97,846 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 3 Apr 2015 97,846 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 2 Apr 2014 89,029 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 89,029 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 74,697 miles

No emissions test results - unable to obtain metered smoke reading - too clean to register on opacimeter

Fail 25 Mar 2013 74,696 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

No emissions test results - unable to obtain metered smoke reading - too clean to register on opacimeter

Pass 16 Mar 2012 60,466 miles

engine oil leak???

front and rear brakes worn

Pass 18 Mar 2011 45,061 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 36,203 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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FY07 VVA is a 2007 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FY07 VVA, 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.

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What year was FY07 VVA registered?

FY07 VVA is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 30 March 2007.

Is FY07 VVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY07 VVA shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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