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MC05 TJC

2007 BMW 525

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

63,764 mi
Last recorded63,764 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC05 TJC
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 63,764 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245/35/19. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear outer boot split. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 54,806 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective broken off but secure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 50,184 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2024 50,184 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 45,372 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 44,596 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S/R and O/S/R tyre close to limit. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 42,675 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))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2020 41,454 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 40,429 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 38,232 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 35,575 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 14 Aug 2017 35,564 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2016 32,691 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 30,766 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 28,316 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Aug 2013 25,954 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 25,870 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 23,674 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 19,840 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 15,941 miles

N/S/R tyre on 2.5mm

O/S/R tyre on 2.5mm

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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MC05 TJC is a 2007 BMW 525 in Black with a 1,995cc 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 MC05 TJC, 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 MC05 TJC registered?

MC05 TJC is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is MC05 TJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC05 TJC 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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