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YF56 LKM

2007 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

130,529 mi
Last recorded130,529 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2015
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF56 LKM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2015 130,529 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 120,303 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jan 2013 100,469 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Mar 2012 87,052 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jan 2011 63,255 miles

o/s/f wheel slightly dented

Fail 12 Jan 2011 63,255 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

o/s/f wheel slightly dented

Pass 15 Jan 2010 47,305 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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YF56 LKM is a 2007 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YF56 LKM, 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 YF56 LKM registered?

YF56 LKM is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 18 January 2007.

Is YF56 LKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF56 LKM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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