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DG57 HZC

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

152,132 mi
Last recorded152,132 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG57 HZC
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 152,132 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 8 Nov 2025 152,132 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2024 139,372 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2024 139,370 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 134,775 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Sep 2023 134,766 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 126,980 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 118,677 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 111,994 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 106,287 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2019 106,277 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Aug 2018 97,382 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 90,535 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 85,057 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 78,548 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 74,531 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 74,531 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 67,241 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 60,451 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 53,199 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 44,030 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Offside Rear 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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DG57 HZC is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DG57 HZC, 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 DG57 HZC registered?

DG57 HZC is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is DG57 HZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG57 HZC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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