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YG57 URY

2007 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

207,560 mi
Last recorded207,560 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG57 URY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2017 207,560 miles

Both rear brakes hoses perished

N/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Nail in o/s/f tyre

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Undertrays fitted

Undetected peak

Fail 16 Feb 2017 207,316 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Both rear brakes hoses perished

N/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Nail in o/s/f tyre

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Undertrays fitted

Undetected peak

Pass 1 Feb 2016 186,971 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 185,971 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2014 163,034 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 154,452 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 144,175 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions to clean to read

Pass 14 Sep 2011 133,937 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 120,905 miles

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

front tryes on 3mm

rear pads approx 5.5mm

rear tyres on 3mm

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 URY is a 2007 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YG57 URY, 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 URY registered?

YG57 URY is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 19 October 2007.

Is YG57 URY safe to buy?

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