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YF57 UEA

2007 BMW 525

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

216,516 mi
Last recorded216,516 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF57 UEA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2017 216,516 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2017 216,516 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 196,550 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 163,299 miles

Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (7.4.A.1)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 151,638 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 148,762 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 143,207 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 122,939 miles

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front tyres worn on edges

Fail 22 Nov 2011 122,939 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 22 Nov 2010 83,483 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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YF57 UEA is a 2007 BMW 525 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YF57 UEA, 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 YF57 UEA?

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What year was YF57 UEA registered?

YF57 UEA is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 28 November 2007.

Is YF57 UEA safe to buy?

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