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YG57 GZP

2007 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

188,044 mi
Last recorded188,044 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG57 GZP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2021 188,044 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2021 188,038 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached nut missing (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2020 175,561 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jan 2019 148,222 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2017 121,573 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2017 109,646 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2017 109,646 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 96,864 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 83,768 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 83,689 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jan 2014 79,632 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 72,131 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 63,802 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 50,019 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 50,019 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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YG57 GZP 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 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 YG57 GZP, 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 YG57 GZP registered?

YG57 GZP is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 10 September 2007.

Is YG57 GZP safe to buy?

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