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EJ57 EOB

2007 BMW 525

Bronze Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

87,060 mi
Last recorded87,060 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ57 EOB
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 87,060 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Feb 2025 84,821 miles

front number plate in poor condition

Pass 28 Feb 2024 82,377 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 81,747 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 80,416 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 79,297 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2020 77,987 miles

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

front number plate cracked

Pass 31 Dec 2018 75,335 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 71,879 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2017 71,866 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner tread (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner tread (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Oct 2016 64,782 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 60,238 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2015 60,224 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed and excessive wear on both edges (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 56,082 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 50,318 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 45,421 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 40,727 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 37,604 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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EJ57 EOB is a 2007 BMW 525 in Bronze with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EJ57 EOB, 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 EJ57 EOB registered?

EJ57 EOB is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 25 October 2007.

Is EJ57 EOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ57 EOB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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