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FY07 ONX

2007 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

162,545 mi
Last recorded162,545 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY07 ONX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 162,545 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2024 152,268 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting point corroded, not excessively

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting point corroded, not excessively

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

Pass 3 Nov 2023 148,853 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 145,762 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 140,118 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 135,000 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 125,758 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 116,141 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 103,829 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 94,911 miles

Under-trays fitted.

Pass 5 Nov 2015 89,386 miles

Under-trays fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2014 83,759 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Nov 2013 76,482 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 70,273 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2012 70,251 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 61,993 miles

tested wet.

undertray fitted.

Pass 10 Nov 2010 52,030 miles

diesel readings too low to detect.

undertrays fitted.

Pass 10 Nov 2009 37,854 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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FY07 ONX 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 FY07 ONX, 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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What year was FY07 ONX registered?

FY07 ONX is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 20 July 2007.

Is FY07 ONX safe to buy?

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