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YK07 VFV

2007 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

152,713 mi
Last recorded152,713 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2016
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK07 VFV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2016 152,713 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 141,537 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 132,407 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 113,287 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 113,287 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 95,052 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 80,756 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 65,568 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 49,019 miles

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

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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YK07 VFV is a 2007 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YK07 VFV, 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 YK07 VFV registered?

YK07 VFV is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 8 March 2007.

Is YK07 VFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK07 VFV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YK07 VFV have outstanding finance?

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