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RY07 ZVM

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

183,046 mi
Last recorded183,046 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY07 ZVM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2020 183,046 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 3 May 2019 177,951 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 173,295 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 164,540 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 154,607 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 139,058 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 132,177 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2014 126,393 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)

Pass 25 Jan 2013 114,555 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 106,837 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 90,968 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 76,876 miles

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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RY07 ZVM is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RY07 ZVM, 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 RY07 ZVM registered?

RY07 ZVM is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 7 August 2007.

Is RY07 ZVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY07 ZVM 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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