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AF57 VWT

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

179,760 mi
Last recorded179,760 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF57 VWT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 179,760 miles

unable to see all components under the vehicle because of extensive covers

Pass 23 Sep 2024 175,164 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 163,523 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2023 163,518 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 149,525 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2022 149,212 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front lower arms front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 138,101 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear lower arms inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 128,561 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front front arms inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2019 115,593 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 106,264 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 97,474 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 97,472 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 May 2016 86,007 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Dec 2015 85,576 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 78,645 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 68,562 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 53,172 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 43,945 miles

Offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge and small cut in treads.

Pass 26 Aug 2011 36,100 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 11 Aug 2010 28,491 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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AF57 VWT is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AF57 VWT, 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 AF57 VWT registered?

AF57 VWT is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is AF57 VWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF57 VWT shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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