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LJ07 CDK

2007 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

132,242 mi
Last recorded132,242 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ07 CDK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2022 132,242 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 128,775 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 125,136 miles

undertray fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 28 Jan 2020 125,136 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

undertray fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 22 Jun 2018 117,854 miles

Offside Rear tyre has cuts to inner wall

Fail 22 Jun 2018 117,854 miles

Offside Rear tyre has cuts to inner wall

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 114,309 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 114,309 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 May 2016 110,396 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 106,071 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 102,691 miles

both front and rear brake discs worn and lipped

Pass 7 Mar 2013 97,848 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2012 93,785 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Jan 2011 90,973 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 75,441 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 50,889 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 35,899 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2008 35,899 miles

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

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)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 12,331 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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LJ07 CDK is a 2007 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 LJ07 CDK, 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 LJ07 CDK registered?

LJ07 CDK is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 18 April 2007.

Is LJ07 CDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ07 CDK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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