CarVerify

Free Car Check

YB57 JZK

2007 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2996cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,224 mi
Last recorded90,224 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB57 JZK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 90,224 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 84,653 miles

Bonnet struts weak

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front N/S/F Jacking point rubber missing.

Pass 13 Dec 2023 78,930 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 73,453 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 69,880 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 65,973 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 63,126 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 60,245 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 57,559 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2016 54,599 miles

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

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

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

Fail 5 Dec 2016 54,599 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2015 51,534 miles

Nearside front jacking block missing

Offside rear tyre wearing low from inner edge

Fail 7 Dec 2015 51,534 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords GOODYEAR EAGLE NCT 5 RFT RSC 245/40/R18(93Y) (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside front jacking block missing

Offside rear tyre wearing low from inner edge

Pass 8 Dec 2014 46,526 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 44,868 miles

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

Nearside front jacking block missing

Fail 20 Dec 2013 44,868 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

245/40 R18 93Y GOODYEAR EAGLE NCT 5 (RSC)

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

Nearside front jacking block missing

Pass 5 Dec 2012 42,561 miles

Nearside front jacking block missing

Pass 7 Dec 2011 38,509 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2011 38,497 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 27,658 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
Full BMW 525 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YB57 JZK is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol 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 YB57 JZK, 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 YB57 JZK?

You can check the full history of YB57 JZK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YB57 JZK registered?

YB57 JZK is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 12 December 2007.

Is YB57 JZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB57 JZK shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YB57 JZK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YB57 JZK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.