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YX57 VUK

2007 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

168,723 mi
Last recorded168,723 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX57 VUK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2024 168,723 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2023 148,753 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2022 141,928 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 134,881 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 127,841 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 119,408 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 112,748 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 102,292 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 102,257 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 17 May 2016 95,083 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

child seat fitted

Pass 29 May 2015 88,491 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 May 2014 82,987 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jun 2013 75,161 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Jun 2013 75,160 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Sep 2012 60,611 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 60,611 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 45,312 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 34,460 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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YX57 VUK is a 2007 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YX57 VUK, 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 YX57 VUK registered?

YX57 VUK is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 20 September 2007.

Is YX57 VUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX57 VUK shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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