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YF07 RCO

2007 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

77,950 mi
Last recorded77,950 miles
Recorded on18 May 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF07 RCO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2021 77,950 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 77,885 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2020 77,885 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Engine mounting excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 77,208 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 77,208 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2017 76,975 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 76,975 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 76,925 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 76,465 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 62,489 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 60,231 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2012 57,868 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 46,069 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 138,474 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2010 138,474 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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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YF07 RCO is a 2007 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 YF07 RCO, 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

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What year was YF07 RCO registered?

YF07 RCO is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 29 June 2007.

Is YF07 RCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF07 RCO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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