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CN07 NKX

2007 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2024
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

145,913 mi
Last recorded145,913 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN07 NKX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2023 145,913 miles

Front Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2023 145,409 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Coolant leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Both head lights have LED fitted. (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Seat belt light on. (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Also below limit. 255/35/20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tyre also below limit. 255/35/20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both outer sills covered by plastic trim.

Brake warning light on (Fluid/pad)

Central Gearbox exhaust mount broken.

Front Both front repeaters affected by position lamps.

Front Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened Front of subframe heavily damaged. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Damage to N/S/F bumper corner.

Nearside Front Hub has damage from previous repairs.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre showing slight wear to inner edge, not to excess. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Under wheel arch plastic trim loose and damaged.

Oil leak, but not excessive Leaks from engine and gearbox areas. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 133,475 miles

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

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

temporary repair to n/s/f headlamp

Fail 7 Feb 2022 133,471 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2021 126,227 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 119,090 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Feb 2020 119,090 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 114,431 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner & outer showing sign of cracking (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Fail 7 Jan 2019 114,127 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Fail 5 Dec 2018 114,066 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 107,565 miles

rear brake pads more than 50% worn

Pass 20 Feb 2016 89,121 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 89,040 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 80,114 miles

Emissions to low for tester PASS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Screw in O/S/f Tyre tread center

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Feb 2015 80,095 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b) DANGEROUS

Emissions to low for tester PASS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Screw in O/S/f Tyre tread center

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Feb 2014 68,194 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2013 54,132 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 54,132 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 51,257 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 44,059 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 3 Mar 2010 37,345 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 3 Mar 2010 37,345 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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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CN07 NKX is a 2007 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 CN07 NKX, 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.

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CN07 NKX is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 23 March 2007.

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