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RV57 ZNU

2007 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

159,729 mi
Last recorded159,729 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV57 ZNU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2023 159,729 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 25 Mar 2022 148,588 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 134,656 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2020 124,540 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 117,708 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated corroded leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 110,301 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak ()

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres on approx 3mm and worn on inner edges

front brake hoses slightly deteriorated

imbalance on park brake

rear axle wishbone front bushes deteriorated

rear brake pads look slightly low

wear on both front brake discs

Fail 6 Mar 2018 110,271 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage mirror cowling (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak ()

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres on approx 3mm and worn on inner edges

front brake hoses slightly deteriorated

imbalance on park brake

rear axle wishbone front bushes deteriorated

rear brake pads look slightly low

wear on both front brake discs

Pass 14 Mar 2017 102,279 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both repeater lights starting to fade

imbalance on park brake

slight wear and corrosion on front brake discs

suspect oil leak behind under trays

Pass 4 Mar 2016 93,721 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

wear on both front brake discs

Pass 17 Mar 2015 85,395 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 76,747 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 68,344 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2012 59,333 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 35,944 miles

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

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

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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RV57 ZNU is a 2007 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 RV57 ZNU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV57 ZNU registered?

RV57 ZNU is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2007.

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