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B4 VOB

2007 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

171,019 mi
Last recorded171,019 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB4 VOB
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 171,019 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 100,498 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 99,402 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Near side front tyre has a cut.

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

Off side rear tyre has a cut.

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Jul 2015 99,402 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Near side front tyre has a cut.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Off side rear tyre has a cut.

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2014 94,220 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre showing outerwall split

Fail 29 Apr 2014 94,200 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre showing outerwall split

Pass 1 May 2013 85,333 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

handbreak just made requirments

Pass 4 Apr 2012 69,551 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 45,488 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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B4 VOB is a 2007 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B4 VOB, 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 B4 VOB registered?

B4 VOB is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 27 July 2007.

Is B4 VOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B4 VOB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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