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YS07 NBJ

2007 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

221,147 mi
Last recorded221,147 miles
Recorded on6 May 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS07 NBJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2021 221,147 miles

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front & both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front & both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 May 2021 221,147 miles

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front & both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front & both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2020 203,135 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

undaytrays fitted

Fail 5 Dec 2019 202,072 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 195,165 miles

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

SUSPENSION RUBBER BUSHES STARTING TO DETERIORATE

Pass 30 Nov 2017 182,328 miles

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

Engine covers & undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 31 May 2016 169,797 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 158,804 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2014 147,009 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2014 147,009 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2013 133,825 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 115,134 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 92,017 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 70,851 miles

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

Offside Inner Front 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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YS07 NBJ is a 2007 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YS07 NBJ, 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 YS07 NBJ registered?

YS07 NBJ is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 25 June 2007.

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