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YF57 URM

2007 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

268,228 mi
Last recorded268,228 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF57 URM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 268,228 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2026 268,228 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2024 258,972 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 151,465 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 142,078 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2022 142,078 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 132,479 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 124,189 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front Arms Front Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Rear Arms Front Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2020 124,189 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front Arms Front Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Rear Arms Front Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 122,481 miles

Central Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2020 122,481 miles

Central Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 114,907 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Sep 2018 106,473 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 98,472 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 87,914 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2016 87,849 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 73,885 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2015 73,883 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2014 58,778 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Dec 2013 53,399 miles

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

Fail 16 Dec 2013 53,399 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 17 Dec 2012 452,902 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front tyre has slight damage

Pass 17 Dec 2012 452,902 miles

Offside front tyre has slight damage

Pass 12 Dec 2011 36,878 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 27,811 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 URM is a 2007 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 YF57 URM, 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 YF57 URM registered?

YF57 URM is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 7 December 2007.

Is YF57 URM safe to buy?

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