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AG07 FYJ

2007 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

244,778 mi
Last recorded244,778 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG07 FYJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 244,778 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Parking brake effort slightly weak / may need adjustment

Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both rear upper (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 229,454 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 215,164 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 14 Apr 2023 197,732 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 183,396 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 170,774 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside lamp deteriorated slightly

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

front and rear suspension components corroded

wipers worn

Pass 14 Mar 2020 146,620 miles

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

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 127,883 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front inner surfacce (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 110,404 miles

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

both rear brake hoses slightly deteriorated

drivers door mirror slightly deteriorated

rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 25 Mar 2017 94,784 miles

front brake discs inner surface slightly pitted

nearside rear drive shaft gaiter leaking

Pass 6 Apr 2016 85,269 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 78,829 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 69,046 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 60,373 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)

grease leaking from o/s/r hub

Pass 1 Aug 2012 50,693 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 43,226 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 31,962 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Windscreen scratched

Fail 15 Jul 2010 31,962 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Windscreen scratched

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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AG07 FYJ is a 2007 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 AG07 FYJ, 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 AG07 FYJ registered?

AG07 FYJ is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 16 July 2007.

Is AG07 FYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG07 FYJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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