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GF07 AEW

2007 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

164,690 mi
Last recorded164,690 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF07 AEW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 164,690 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 158,364 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2023 132,436 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 May 2022 112,005 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 3 May 2022 111,974 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 103,221 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 101,128 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated bothsides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated bothsides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 23 Oct 2020 101,064 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated bothsides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated bothsides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 93,508 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 88,061 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 81,599 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 75,120 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 75,120 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 73,013 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 68,647 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 68,647 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 3 Apr 2013 59,397 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 59,397 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 48,690 miles

n/s/r tyre worn

Pass 15 Mar 2011 38,165 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 29,167 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 27,262 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 25,017 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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GF07 AEW is a 2007 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2007 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 103,362 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 GF07 AEW, 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 GF07 AEW registered?

GF07 AEW is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 30 March 2007.

Is GF07 AEW safe to buy?

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