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RY07 KYP

2007 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

226,070 mi
Last recorded226,070 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY07 KYP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2022 226,070 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 214,890 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 199,915 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 192,406 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Two fitted ()

Pass 30 Aug 2018 184,200 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 166,998 miles

rear diff oil seal has a slight leak

Fail 30 Aug 2017 166,765 miles

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

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

rear diff oil seal has a slight leak

Pass 6 Sep 2016 151,432 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 141,118 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 133,647 miles

CHILDS SEAT FITTED TO NEARSIDE REAR SEAT ADULT SEAT BELT NOT CHECKED

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)

Fail 2 Sep 2014 133,647 miles

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

CHILDS SEAT FITTED TO NEARSIDE REAR SEAT ADULT SEAT BELT NOT CHECKED

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 2 Sep 2013 122,830 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 114,808 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front tyres worn on edge

Pass 6 Sep 2011 107,013 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 93,139 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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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RY07 KYP is a 2007 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RY07 KYP, 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 RY07 KYP registered?

RY07 KYP is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 10 August 2007.

Is RY07 KYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY07 KYP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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