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YC57 FZG

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2022
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

190,221 mi
Last recorded190,221 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC57 FZG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 Nov 2021 190,221 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 181,412 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))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 172,286 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 161,669 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 13 Oct 2017 149,314 miles

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 8 Nov 2016 139,653 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 14 Oct 2015 127,082 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine, cill and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 13 Nov 2014 117,304 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Nov 2013 115,886 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 95,042 miles

Some damage to front bumper skirt/spoiler

Pass 11 Nov 2011 74,326 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 53,171 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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YC57 FZG is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YC57 FZG, 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.

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What year was YC57 FZG registered?

YC57 FZG is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 31 October 2007.

Is YC57 FZG safe to buy?

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