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LJ57 UEP

2007 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

148,352 mi
Last recorded148,352 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 UEP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 148,352 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2025 148,352 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2024 140,992 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023 135,119 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 125,619 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 110,504 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 98,774 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2020 98,768 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 92,171 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 85,040 miles

both rear tyres worn close to legal limit

Pass 16 Aug 2017 76,142 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 69,787 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 64,571 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Fail 16 Aug 2014 56,000 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Aug 2014 56,000 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Aug 2013 48,861 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Sep 2012 41,011 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 53,017 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

plastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

Pass 24 Jan 2011 36,517 miles

damage to nearside rear quarter panel wheel arch

plastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

Fail 21 Jan 2011 36,507 miles

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

damage to nearside rear quarter panel wheel arch

plastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

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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LJ57 UEP is a 2007 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LJ57 UEP, 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 LJ57 UEP registered?

LJ57 UEP is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 30 November 2007.

Is LJ57 UEP safe to buy?

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