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LN07 OJG

2007 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

104,737 mi
Last recorded104,737 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN07 OJG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2023 104,737 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2022 99,298 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2021 93,209 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2021 93,207 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arms x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm x2 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Aug 2020 91,005 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-55-17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

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

both rear brake hoses deteriorated

Fail 25 Aug 2020 91,003 miles

Emissions not tested engine running rough (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-55-17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

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

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

both rear brake hoses deteriorated

Fail 21 Aug 2020 90,871 miles

Emissions not tested Engine running rough, not fit to revving. (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

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

Body under cover & engine undertrays fitted.

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 79,072 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 rears 225-55-17 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Aug 2019 79,072 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 rears 225-55-17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 72,378 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 fronts and nearside rear 225-55-17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 66,908 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 64,001 miles

Central Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 59,682 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 57,220 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 50,436 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 43,365 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 38,339 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 33,335 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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LN07 OJG is a 2007 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LN07 OJG, 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 LN07 OJG registered?

LN07 OJG is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 19 March 2007.

Is LN07 OJG safe to buy?

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