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LK56 NFN

2007 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

99,763 mi
Last recorded99,763 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK56 NFN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 99,763 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 98,890 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 97,553 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 96,760 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Jan 2023 96,760 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 95,977 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 95,100 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 93,206 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 82,955 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 76,668 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2018 76,668 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low adjusted (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low adjusted (1.8)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 71,814 miles

Fuel smell coming from car, under tray damp, suspected fuel leak.

Service light on

Fail 17 Jan 2017 71,804 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fuel smell coming from car, under tray damp, suspected fuel leak.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on inner and outer edge, close to cords (4.1.E.1)

Service light on

Pass 22 Jan 2016 64,216 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 56,093 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)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 46,089 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jan 2013 34,230 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 23,041 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 20,644 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)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 15,928 miles

Nearside 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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LK56 NFN is a 2007 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 LK56 NFN, 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

How do I check the history of LK56 NFN?

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What year was LK56 NFN registered?

LK56 NFN is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 2 February 2007.

Is LK56 NFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK56 NFN shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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