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G16 FUR

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

197,489 mi
Last recorded197,489 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG16 FUR
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2019 197,489 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2019 197,480 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 186,175 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 174,648 miles

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 160,263 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 147,124 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 136,079 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2013 124,008 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 111,567 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 86,167 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 70,119 miles

Front Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

Rear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.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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G16 FUR is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 G16 FUR, 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 G16 FUR registered?

G16 FUR is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 18 July 2007.

Is G16 FUR safe to buy?

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