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PJ07 VZG

2007 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

165,026 mi
Last recorded165,026 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ07 VZG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2021 165,026 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Side skirts/ sill covers and under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some under-side components.

Pass 18 Dec 2020 152,626 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2019 141,222 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2018 132,793 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Undertray Fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2017 126,608 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Manufacturer engine cover and under tray fitted

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Dec 2017 126,608 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Manufacturer engine cover and under tray fitted

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 113,710 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 104,465 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 May 2014 96,030 miles

both rear tyres worn low-n/s/f track rod end has slight play

Pass 29 Jun 2013 85,054 miles

front tyres low - front d bushes slight movement-rear d bushes slight play -parking brake just on limit

Pass 30 Jun 2012 79,070 miles

headlight aims on bottom limit

wipers slightly smearing

Pass 28 Jun 2011 72,830 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2010 63,541 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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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PJ07 VZG is a 2007 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 PJ07 VZG, 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 PJ07 VZG registered?

PJ07 VZG is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 29 June 2007.

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