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G19 FNG

2009 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2693cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

131,443 mi
Last recorded131,443 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG19 FNG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,693cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 131,443 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rears slight. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Vehicle underside has corrosion in areas.

Pass 30 Jul 2024 129,644 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2023 124,229 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 113,859 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively x2 (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2021 104,678 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2020 96,599 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 88,592 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 81,982 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. x2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 71,342 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 61,237 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 61,237 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 May 2015 56,348 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Feb 2014 51,187 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 51,187 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 46,740 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 46,698 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 40,963 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2012 40,963 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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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G19 FNG is a 2009 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,693cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 G19 FNG, 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 G19 FNG registered?

G19 FNG is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 20 August 2009.

Is G19 FNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G19 FNG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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