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AES 25L

2007 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

120,021 mi
Last recorded120,021 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAES 25L
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 120,021 miles

both rear tyres perished/ cracking

Fail 23 Jan 2026 120,005 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ***CRACKING BADLY INNER/OUTER EDGES*** (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords DEEP CUT INNER/OUTER WALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ***CRACKING BADLY INNER/OUTER EDGES*** (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 118,914 miles

nearside front and rear and offside rear tyres perished / splits in tread

Fail 28 Jan 2025 118,912 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

nearside front and rear and offside rear tyres perished / splits in tread

Pass 26 Jan 2024 117,515 miles

nearside and offside rear tyres perish/splits on side edges

Fail 26 Jan 2024 117,515 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

nearside and offside rear tyres perish/splits on side edges

Pass 25 Jan 2023 109,370 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 109,130 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 105,938 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 99,097 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 93,806 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 82,451 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 73,665 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 62,498 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 49,392 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 46,722 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 43,116 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 37,836 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 31,034 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 25,624 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2010 25,624 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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AES 25L is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 AES 25L, 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

How do I check the history of AES 25L?

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What year was AES 25L registered?

AES 25L is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 26 October 2007.

Is AES 25L safe to buy?

The MOT history for AES 25L shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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