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AK57 YCD

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

133,732 mi
Last recorded133,732 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK57 YCD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 133,732 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2024 128,745 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2023 123,816 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 117,220 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 106,528 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 95,090 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 93,534 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 91,548 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 90,495 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2017 90,495 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front links, rubber split (2.4.G.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid front washer not working (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 84,128 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 84,128 miles

Headlamp aim too high both sides (1.8)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 72,620 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Feb 2015 72,620 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Feb 2014 61,868 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Feb 2013 51,022 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2013 51,022 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 40,637 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 32,523 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 32,305 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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AK57 YCD is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AK57 YCD, 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 AK57 YCD registered?

AK57 YCD is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 10 October 2007.

Is AK57 YCD safe to buy?

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