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G8 WTW

2007 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

148,289 mi
Last recorded148,289 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG8 WTW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 148,289 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2025 144,703 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 140,210 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2024 140,210 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Jul 2022 133,724 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2021 128,515 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 124,417 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 116,623 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 105,513 miles

Nearside cv joint leaking grease

Slight leak on diff

Pass 20 Jul 2017 99,307 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 97,608 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 89,513 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 89,513 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

front tyres inner edges worn on raised tread

Pass 27 Jul 2015 83,002 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jul 2014 77,867 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jul 2013 71,628 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 64,930 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres wearing on inside edge

Pass 13 Jul 2011 60,797 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 53,855 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 45,796 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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G8 WTW is a 2007 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 G8 WTW, 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 G8 WTW registered?

G8 WTW is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 11 July 2007.

Is G8 WTW safe to buy?

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