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YB07 UYP

2007 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

156,701 mi
Last recorded156,701 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB07 UYP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2023 156,701 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 155,279 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 152,688 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 151,558 miles

o/s/front anti-roll bar link has a split boot at the upper attachment but not allowing ingress of moisture or dirt

o/s/front steering arm has slight play

Pass 8 Jul 2019 148,478 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 144,262 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))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 136,183 miles

front tyres app limits

steering rack has slight play and a noise

Pass 20 Jul 2016 125,614 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 123,377 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake discs showing wear

front tyres app limits on outer edges

o/s/rear c/v boot has a leak of grease

signs of an engine oil leak

Pass 16 Jun 2015 114,422 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jul 2014 101,325 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jun 2013 83,650 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 74,626 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

O/S/F tyre wearing unevenly

O/S/R tyre wearing on inner edge

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 63,365 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 52,779 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 UYP is a 2007 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YB07 UYP, 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 YB07 UYP registered?

YB07 UYP is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 12 July 2007.

Is YB07 UYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB07 UYP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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