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YP57 JTZ

2007 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

108,593 mi
Last recorded108,593 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP57 JTZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 108,593 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 103,565 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 99,522 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 15 Jun 2016 94,499 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 90,191 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 90,189 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 85,153 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 78,472 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 78,472 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Jun 2012 77,491 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 77,491 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 74,556 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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YP57 JTZ is a 2007 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YP57 JTZ, 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 YP57 JTZ?

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What year was YP57 JTZ registered?

YP57 JTZ is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 29 October 2007.

Is YP57 JTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP57 JTZ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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