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AG07 VCW

2007 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

173,549 mi
Last recorded173,549 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG07 VCW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 173,549 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2025 169,909 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 29 May 2024 164,557 miles
Fail 23 May 2024 164,549 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2023 162,870 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

cover sills shierlds

Pass 9 Dec 2022 160,068 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 154,024 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

cover sills shields

Pass 12 Nov 2020 145,333 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

cover sills shields

Fail 12 Nov 2020 145,333 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

cover sills shields

Pass 14 May 2019 136,926 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 128,831 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 121,348 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on edges

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre wearing on edges

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 113,753 miles

stone chip windscreen

Fail 1 Jul 2016 113,752 miles

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

stone chip windscreen

unable to shut bonnet

Pass 17 Jul 2015 105,189 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 98,181 miles

both rear tyres 2mm

front and rear number plate damaged

Pass 11 Jul 2013 91,215 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 81,260 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jul 2011 70,854 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 59,266 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 59,265 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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AG07 VCW is a 2007 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 AG07 VCW, 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 AG07 VCW registered?

AG07 VCW is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 2 August 2007.

Is AG07 VCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG07 VCW shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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