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FM07 JNX

2007 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2024
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

179,854 mi
Last recorded179,854 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM07 JNX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2023 179,854 miles

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

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides. (5.2.3 (e))

engine bay cover fitted restrict the view.

Fail 2 Mar 2023 179,854 miles

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

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

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides. (5.2.3 (e))

engine bay cover fitted restrict the view.

Pass 4 Mar 2022 170,965 miles

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))

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

Fail 4 Mar 2022 170,959 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (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))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2021 166,800 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight bush play both sides only when vehicles is jacked up off the floor (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Outer side wall slightly bulged

Offside Front Bonnet latch slightly defective, hard push required to close securely and maintenance oil used

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 10 Mar 2021 166,777 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight bush play both sides only when vehicles is jacked up off the floor (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Outer side wall slightly bulged

Offside Front Bonnet latch slightly defective, hard push required to close securely and maintenance oil used

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 163,369 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 163,369 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 157,592 miles

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

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 1 Mar 2018 145,654 miles

DPF LAMP ON

Front TYRES BOTH WORN OUTER EDGES 225/50/17W

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' 12MM CHIP (8.3.1d)

Fail 1 Mar 2018 145,654 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

DPF LAMP ON

Front TYRES BOTH WORN OUTER EDGES 225/50/17W

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' 12MM CHIP (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 137,902 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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)

Fail 18 Mar 2017 137,902 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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)

Pass 26 May 2016 135,166 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 12 May 2015 129,820 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 125,333 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 May 2013 119,649 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

prop shaft front rubber flange / coupling slightly deteriorated.

Pass 2 May 2012 114,334 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 111,444 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 12 May 2011 111,440 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 97,064 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 97,064 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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FM07 JNX is a 2007 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 FM07 JNX, 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 FM07 JNX registered?

FM07 JNX is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 31 July 2007.

Is FM07 JNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM07 JNX shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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