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ET07 VVF

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

182,687 mi
Last recorded182,687 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET07 VVF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2021 182,687 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 174,053 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2019 164,086 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

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

Under cover trays fitted

Fail 1 Jun 2019 164,086 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

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

Under cover trays fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2018 151,549 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 142,399 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 128,553 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 115,310 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 115,310 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 99,496 miles

Nearside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 83,444 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 67,367 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 57,963 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 44,959 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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ET07 VVF is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ET07 VVF, 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 ET07 VVF registered?

ET07 VVF is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 2 August 2007.

Is ET07 VVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET07 VVF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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