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GP56 BZE

2007 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

160,279 mi
Last recorded160,279 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP56 BZE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2017 160,279 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 148,744 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 140,515 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 126,523 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2012 108,163 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 51,933 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 78,625 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 78,621 miles

Nearside Inner Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 77,025 miles

slight play in steering rack on n/s

Fail 13 Oct 2009 77,025 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

slight play in steering rack on n/s

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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GP56 BZE is a 2007 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GP56 BZE, 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 GP56 BZE?

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What year was GP56 BZE registered?

GP56 BZE is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 2 January 2007.

Is GP56 BZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP56 BZE shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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