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DA07 FDJ

2007 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

210,598 mi
Last recorded210,598 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA07 FDJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 210,598 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2025 204,900 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 203,873 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2023 202,538 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 199,426 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 193,779 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2020 186,242 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 179,459 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 171,161 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 159,613 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2016 145,699 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 132,859 miles

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

all four tyre slighty bold inner edge

both front tyres has cuts on the outer sidewall

Pass 30 Jun 2014 120,922 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 110,857 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 101,308 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 90,966 miles

front discs worn

Pass 18 Jun 2010 74,540 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 74,540 miles

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

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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DA07 FDJ 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 DA07 FDJ, 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 DA07 FDJ registered?

DA07 FDJ is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 29 June 2007.

Is DA07 FDJ safe to buy?

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