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LD07 VXK

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

20,193 mi
Last recorded20,193 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD07 VXK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2019 20,193 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2019 208,112 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 202,612 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 189,385 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 177,888 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 177,888 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 164,335 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

nearside rear tyre has a cut in tread but within requirements

Pass 11 Mar 2014 151,637 miles

engine tray fitted

underbody tray fitted

Pass 12 Mar 2013 135,953 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 118,527 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside front tyre has slight damage to sidewall

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 118,527 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside front tyre has slight damage to sidewall

Pass 1 Apr 2011 103,730 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2010 81,313 miles

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

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

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

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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LD07 VXK is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 LD07 VXK, 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 LD07 VXK registered?

LD07 VXK is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 31 March 2007.

Is LD07 VXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD07 VXK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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