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YE57 LXM

2007 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

59,704 mi
Last recorded59,704 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE57 LXM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 59,704 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

bonnet damaged and hard to open

Fail 16 Apr 2026 59,704 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

bonnet damaged and hard to open

Pass 27 Sep 2023 54,991 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge of tread area (5.2.3 (e))

bonnet damaged,lifting struts broken and stiff to open

Pass 12 May 2023 53,285 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front bonnet stiff to open all bent

Pass 22 Nov 2021 51,736 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 19 Nov 2021 51,736 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 49,848 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 48,262 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 45,766 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 38,770 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 Nov 2016 28,881 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 28,046 miles

Offside Front tyre 3mm

Fail 13 Apr 2016 28,046 miles

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

Offside Front tyre 3mm

Pass 6 May 2015 26,022 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 24,385 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 21,768 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 21,768 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 11 May 2012 20,326 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 17,673 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 16,139 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 16,137 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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YE57 LXM is a 2007 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YE57 LXM, 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 YE57 LXM registered?

YE57 LXM is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 31 October 2007.

Is YE57 LXM safe to buy?

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