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LJ07 MXM

2007 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

141,806 mi
Last recorded141,806 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ07 MXM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2023 141,806 miles

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

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))

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

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

Fail 14 Sep 2023 141,802 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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))

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2022 132,199 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2021 130,818 miles

offside rear tyre on 2mm

oil leak engine

Pass 12 Feb 2020 128,562 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 123,101 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 114,844 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 107,719 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 101,333 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 88,134 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 76,255 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 65,639 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 52,333 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 41,604 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 33,258 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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LJ07 MXM is a 2007 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 MXM, 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 MXM registered?

LJ07 MXM is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 16 March 2007.

Is LJ07 MXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ07 MXM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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