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GF57 GLV

2007 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

117,353 mi
Last recorded117,353 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF57 GLV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 117,353 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f o/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 115,322 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2023 113,617 miles

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

Under tray fitted

Pass 3 Oct 2022 110,017 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2022 110,017 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 107,305 miles

under tray fitted to under side of vehicle

Pass 27 Jul 2020 101,748 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 91,542 miles

BOTTOM ENGINE COVER FITTED OBSCURING SOME UNDERSIDE COMPONENTS

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

Pass 4 Dec 2018 89,456 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 79,553 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 71,959 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2016 71,959 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 65,703 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2015 65,703 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 59,872 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2014 59,872 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 53,669 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 45,363 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 39,239 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 35,141 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 27,048 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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GF57 GLV is a 2007 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 GF57 GLV, 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 GF57 GLV?

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What year was GF57 GLV registered?

GF57 GLV is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 31 October 2007.

Is GF57 GLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF57 GLV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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