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YA07 AEJ

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

144,812 mi
Last recorded144,812 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA07 AEJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 144,812 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 125,659 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2023 112,479 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

windscreen chipped

Fail 3 May 2023 112,471 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

windscreen chipped

Pass 17 Mar 2022 107,249 miles

all tyres cracking and deteriorated

Pass 17 Mar 2021 100,628 miles

Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Both Front. (4.2.3 (c))

Stone Chips Front Screen.

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Mar 2021 100,625 miles

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

Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Both Front. (4.2.3 (c))

Stone Chips Front Screen.

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 96,401 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Stone Chips Front Screen.

Pass 27 Mar 2019 88,029 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 79,550 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both wearing on inner edges. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 67,125 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

under trays fitted to chassis unable to inspect above

Pass 12 Mar 2016 59,674 miles

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

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 44,583 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 44,583 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 42,621 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 37,221 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 31,554 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 27,240 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 27,238 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2010 23,016 miles

Both front tyres wearing lower on outer edges

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)

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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YA07 AEJ is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 YA07 AEJ, 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 YA07 AEJ registered?

YA07 AEJ is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 13 July 2007.

Is YA07 AEJ safe to buy?

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