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LB07 URG

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

203,987 mi
Last recorded203,987 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB07 URG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 203,987 miles

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

Nearside Front 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 10 Oct 2024 200,373 miles

Nearside Front drop link play

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Oct 2024 200,373 miles

Nearside Front drop link play

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 196,019 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 190,944 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 185,987 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 181,822 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 177,296 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2019 177,296 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2018 171,939 miles

DPF warning light illuminated

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2017 166,349 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2017 166,343 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2016 155,091 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 135,457 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 121,209 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 106,255 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 85,911 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 65,070 miles

rear brake disc pads - wear appear low.

Pass 3 Jun 2011 61,168 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 61,168 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 44,440 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2010 44,349 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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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LB07 URG 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 77.3%.

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 LB07 URG, 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 LB07 URG registered?

LB07 URG is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 24 June 2007.

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