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CP07 YDY

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

327,998 mi
Last recorded327,998 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP07 YDY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 327,998 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 192,157 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 175,530 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 173,486 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring inspection of some underside components

Fail 9 Dec 2021 173,486 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

undertrays fitted obscuring inspection of some underside components

Pass 9 Dec 2020 163,707 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both links fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF LOWER REAR ARM SLIGHT PLAY (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Dec 2019 156,064 miles

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

under trays fitted obscuring inspection of some underside components

Pass 7 Dec 2018 146,229 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2017 135,128 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 116,940 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2016 116,718 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 96,563 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2015 96,557 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cords exposed inner edge of tread (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge of tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge of tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 92,761 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 82,543 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 72,594 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 60,704 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 50,063 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 38,912 miles

split in sidewall of nsf tyre

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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CP07 YDY is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 CP07 YDY, 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 CP07 YDY registered?

CP07 YDY is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 6 July 2007.

Is CP07 YDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP07 YDY shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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