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YC07 BKO

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

194,693 mi
Last recorded194,693 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC07 BKO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 194,693 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2025 179,952 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 164,524 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front tie rod outer end worn , (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2023 150,431 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 135,558 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 120,832 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 119,739 miles

under shields fitted obscuring certain components

Pass 14 Jan 2019 116,004 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 111,606 miles

under shields fitted obscuring certain components

Pass 10 Jan 2017 106,373 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 99,910 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 91,512 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2015 91,512 miles

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)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2014 80,753 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2014 80,753 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2013 67,975 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2013 67,971 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2012 59,170 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2011 47,900 miles

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 10 Feb 2011 47,868 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 14 Jun 2010 43,168 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 43,168 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 BKO is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BKO, 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 BKO?

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What year was YC07 BKO registered?

YC07 BKO is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 11 April 2007.

Is YC07 BKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC07 BKO shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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