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GP57 UGJ

2007 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

150,731 mi
Last recorded150,731 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP57 UGJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 150,731 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 150,682 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 149,626 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2023 149,620 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2021 149,441 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under tray under fitted.

Pass 16 Dec 2020 142,406 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 136,458 miles

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

Fail 14 Dec 2019 136,450 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2018 123,382 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 102,743 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Nov 2017 102,683 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2016 83,673 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 64,568 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 53,115 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 42,313 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 35,968 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 32,986 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2010 24,143 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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GP57 UGJ is a 2007 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GP57 UGJ, 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 GP57 UGJ registered?

GP57 UGJ is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 14 December 2007.

Is GP57 UGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP57 UGJ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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