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GN09 VEP

2009 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

144,768 mi
Last recorded144,768 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN09 VEP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2022 144,768 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2021 140,356 miles

Nearside 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))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 129,776 miles

Nearside Front tyre slightly uneven across tread

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

under tray covers fitted full inspection not carried out

Pass 7 Jan 2019 119,226 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 107,069 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 97,482 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 82,881 miles

Engine cover fitted obscuring some engine bay components

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Mar 2016 82,881 miles

Engine cover fitted obscuring some engine bay components

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2015 65,674 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 49,494 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 26 Mar 2013 29,411 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 23,419 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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GN09 VEP is a 2009 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GN09 VEP, 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 GN09 VEP registered?

GN09 VEP is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is GN09 VEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN09 VEP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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