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FG57 TLN

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

142,512 mi
Last recorded142,512 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG57 TLN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 142,512 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2024 139,488 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2024 139,488 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2023 130,019 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2023 130,019 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both nearside and offside (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 122,993 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 120,809 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH REAR BUSHES WORN (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2021 120,809 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH REAR BUSHES WORN (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 118,105 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 115,951 miles

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

Protective covers underside not allowing full inspection of brake and fuel lines .

Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward bushes (Both) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 112,374 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2017 107,837 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2016 103,285 miles

Various chips in swept zones in windscreen

Pass 10 Sep 2015 97,526 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2014 91,864 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2013 84,909 miles

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

No emissions printout due to low reading

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2012 77,364 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 69,700 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 59,091 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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FG57 TLN is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 FG57 TLN, 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 FG57 TLN registered?

FG57 TLN is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 29 September 2007.

Is FG57 TLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG57 TLN shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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