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L888 UVE

2007 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

111,985 mi
Last recorded111,985 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL888 UVE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 111,985 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides also cracking (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2024 109,621 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 102,597 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 97,890 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2021 93,502 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 90,169 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2020 90,169 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 86,997 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 81,439 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 76,673 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 70,184 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 63,427 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 55,996 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 49,690 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 43,970 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 34,916 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 23,634 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 23,634 miles

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

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

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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L888 UVE is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 L888 UVE, 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 L888 UVE registered?

L888 UVE is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 31 July 2007.

Is L888 UVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L888 UVE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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