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EJ07 WMF

2007 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2020
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

78,521 mi
Last recorded78,521 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ07 WMF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2019 78,521 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 11 Feb 2019 78,508 miles

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 8 Feb 2018 74,459 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 69,936 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2017 69,928 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Feb 2016 66,026 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2016 66,004 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jan 2015 62,247 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Jan 2015 62,187 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jan 2014 59,180 miles

slight noise from nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 1 Feb 2013 54,640 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2013 54,640 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Feb 2012 50,493 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 44,552 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 44,550 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 May 2010 34,716 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 34,715 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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EJ07 WMF is a 2007 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 EJ07 WMF, 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 EJ07 WMF registered?

EJ07 WMF is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 18 May 2007.

Is EJ07 WMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ07 WMF shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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