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YB07 MVX

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

218,626 mi
Last recorded218,626 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB07 MVX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2018 218,626 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 3 Jul 2018 218,626 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 205,851 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 205,851 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high aftermarket bulb fitted (poor image) (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high aftermarket bulb fitted (poor image) (1.8)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 179,522 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 163,977 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 157,716 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 131,247 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

chip in windscreen

nearside rear seat belt reciever damaged

offside rear tyre has small cut in sidewall

Pass 7 Jun 2012 113,909 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 104,267 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 104,257 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Jul 2010 90,405 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 90,405 miles

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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YB07 MVX is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 YB07 MVX, 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 YB07 MVX?

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What year was YB07 MVX registered?

YB07 MVX is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 27 June 2007.

Is YB07 MVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB07 MVX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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