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SH57 YYW

2007 BMW 525

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

154,264 mi
Last recorded154,264 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH57 YYW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2024 154,264 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 151,211 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2023 151,211 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2022 146,716 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 142,277 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 138,271 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 133,800 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 128,190 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 123,902 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 119,795 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 116,388 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 100,547 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 80,604 miles

offside front tyre outer edge worn

Pass 11 May 2012 62,462 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 42,035 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 22,972 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

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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SH57 YYW is a 2007 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 SH57 YYW, 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

How do I check the history of SH57 YYW?

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What year was SH57 YYW registered?

SH57 YYW is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 29 November 2007.

Is SH57 YYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH57 YYW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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