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SE07 LSJ

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

154,554 mi
Last recorded154,554 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE07 LSJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2023 154,554 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 146,108 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Fail 6 Aug 2022 146,102 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed chafing on left lock with body (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front jacking block missing

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays and sill covers fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2021 137,582 miles

Brake lever pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 128,501 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2020 128,499 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 121,256 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2019 121,254 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 112,434 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 112,434 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 110,870 miles

Both rear brake hoses slightly deteriorated

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 6 Jul 2018 110,870 miles

Both rear brake hoses slightly deteriorated

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 102,242 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 92,719 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 137,285 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 47,878 miles

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

n/s/r brake disc showing slight deterioration.

Pass 25 May 2011 42,399 miles

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

Oil leak

n/s/r brake disc inner face showing deterioration.

Pass 8 Oct 2010 33,875 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 31,591 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

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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SE07 LSJ is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 SE07 LSJ, 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 SE07 LSJ registered?

SE07 LSJ is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 11 June 2007.

Is SE07 LSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SE07 LSJ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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