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LG07 YPD

2007 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

133,610 mi
Last recorded133,610 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG07 YPD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 133,610 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 May 2026 133,610 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2025 119,180 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 163,057 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 86,099 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2022 70,768 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

all hazard lights flashing at an excessive speed but still within limits

Fail 23 Mar 2022 70,767 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

all hazard lights flashing at an excessive speed but still within limits

Pass 20 Mar 2021 66,861 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2020 63,437 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2019 59,391 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 Mar 2018 54,834 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 54,834 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 50,832 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2017 50,832 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions rotation (4.1.D.1f)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2016 46,697 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2015 42,233 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 37,639 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 33,292 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 28,269 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 24,758 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 24,758 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 24 Mar 2010 18,882 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 18,882 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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LG07 YPD is a 2007 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 LG07 YPD, 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.

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What year was LG07 YPD registered?

LG07 YPD is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 23 March 2007.

Is LG07 YPD safe to buy?

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