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YC07 BFU

2007 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

113,442 mi
Last recorded113,442 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC07 BFU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 113,442 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 110,145 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 106,154 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 103,860 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2023 103,860 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2022 97,740 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2022 97,740 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 90,265 miles

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))

Fail 8 Feb 2021 90,265 miles

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))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 85,517 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 80,176 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2018 80,176 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 73,998 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 66,148 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 54,878 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jul 2014 46,601 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 41,316 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 36,331 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 32,507 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 26,689 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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YC07 BFU is a 2007 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc 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 YC07 BFU, 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 YC07 BFU?

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What year was YC07 BFU registered?

YC07 BFU is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 30 March 2007.

Is YC07 BFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC07 BFU 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.

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