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RO09 FFS

2009 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

116,184 mi
Last recorded116,184 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2020
Typical for 2009 BMW 52593,701 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO09 FFS
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2020 116,184 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 106,859 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 26 Mar 2019 106,844 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Side wall. 245/40/r18-93y RunFlat (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

bonnet catch stiff.

Pass 3 Feb 2018 99,772 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 90,171 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 85,731 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 74,283 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 61,819 miles

Covers fitted to outer sills.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Engine oil level on minimum.

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2013 50,876 miles

Covers fitted to outer sills.

Engine under shield + under body shield fitted.

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

Front brake disc worn low + corroded.

Pass 26 Mar 2012 38,511 miles

both rear tyres starting to get low on tread

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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RO09 FFS is a 2009 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 RO09 FFS, 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.

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What year was RO09 FFS registered?

RO09 FFS is a 2009 BMW 525, first registered on 26 March 2009.

Is RO09 FFS safe to buy?

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