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LA07 NSO

2007 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

246,026 mi
Last recorded246,026 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA07 NSO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 246,026 miles

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

Manufactuers undertrays/covers fitted restricting inspection

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 245,117 miles

Manufacturers undertrays/covers fitted restricting inspection

Pass 9 Apr 2024 244,328 miles

Manufacturers undertrays/covers fitted restricting inspection

Pass 11 Apr 2023 242,836 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 240,665 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2021 236,587 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 223,814 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 205,074 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 191,098 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 177,569 miles

Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear lower arm inner bushes (2.4.G.2)

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

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

engine cover and under trays fitted

Fail 21 Jul 2017 177,521 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative both (1.7.2)

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

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

Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear lower arm inner bushes (2.4.G.2)

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

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

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 26 Jul 2016 165,158 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 145,539 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Rear No plate deteriorating

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2014 131,826 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 8 Jul 2014 131,826 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 110,466 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 87,385 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 86,401 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 69,947 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 55,186 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 55,186 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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LA07 NSO is a 2007 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LA07 NSO, 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 LA07 NSO registered?

LA07 NSO is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 31 July 2007.

Is LA07 NSO safe to buy?

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