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G17 SJW

2007 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

66,992 mi
Last recorded66,992 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG17 SJW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 66,992 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 66,956 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 66,392 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 66,018 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 65,581 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 64,966 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 64,400 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 63,933 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 63,538 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 63,245 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 62,498 miles

offside front tyre has split on inner wall

Pass 10 Jul 2014 59,295 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 55,612 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 55,612 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 52,005 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 48,250 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 39,797 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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G17 SJW is a 2007 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 G17 SJW, 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

How do I check the history of G17 SJW?

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What year was G17 SJW registered?

G17 SJW is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 3 September 2007.

Is G17 SJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G17 SJW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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