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LA56 OVX

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

218,171 mi
Last recorded218,171 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA56 OVX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 218,171 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 206,062 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2021 206,062 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Mar 2020 196,741 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 106,726 miles

Clip missing off o/s rear brake caliper

Fail 1 Mar 2019 186,724 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Clip missing off o/s rear brake caliper

Pass 14 Mar 2018 177,316 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2017 169,121 miles

front flexi section of the exhaust in poor condition (braidings broken)

Fail 14 Mar 2017 169,114 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

front flexi section of the exhaust in poor condition (braidings broken)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 153,072 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2016 152,801 miles

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

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2015 142,702 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2014 123,936 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 123,936 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 107,297 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 107,297 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 84,336 miles

O/S/F Tyre unevenly worn on inner edge and close to cords being exposed

Fail 21 Mar 2012 84,336 miles

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

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

O/S/F Tyre unevenly worn on inner edge and close to cords being exposed

Pass 19 Apr 2011 64,126 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 60,416 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2011 60,415 miles

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

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

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

n/s/r tyre flat

Pass 4 Feb 2010 45,194 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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LA56 OVX is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey 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 LA56 OVX, 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 LA56 OVX registered?

LA56 OVX is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 5 February 2007.

Is LA56 OVX safe to buy?

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