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AY57 ZXC

2007 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

223,915 mi
Last recorded223,915 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY57 ZXC
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2019 223,915 miles

oil low

Fail 16 Apr 2019 223,894 miles

Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

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

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

oil low

Pass 10 Apr 2018 210,703 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 210,702 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2017 198,006 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 174,774 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 158,609 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 11 Apr 2014 142,951 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 129,575 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 118,579 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 109,450 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 99,070 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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AY57 ZXC is a 2007 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 AY57 ZXC, 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 AY57 ZXC registered?

AY57 ZXC is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is AY57 ZXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY57 ZXC shows 12 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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