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SB07 EEM

2007 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

166,000 mi
Last recorded166,000 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB07 EEM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2017 166,000 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 6 Nov 2017 166,000 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2016 144,562 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak ()

engine covers fitted

general under body rust

under trays fitted

Pass 21 Nov 2015 141,836 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides front (2.4.G.2)

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

engine covers fitted

oil leak

undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2014 138,352 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 133,596 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 127,335 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 4 Apr 2011 134,717 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 100,093 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 100,093 miles

Offside Outer Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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SB07 EEM is a 2007 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 SB07 EEM, 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.

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What year was SB07 EEM registered?

SB07 EEM is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 30 March 2007.

Is SB07 EEM safe to buy?

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