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GU07 LZB

2007 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

112,820 mi
Last recorded112,820 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU07 LZB
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 112,820 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 109,989 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 104,680 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Fail 19 Feb 2024 104,680 miles

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2023 99,565 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Fail 13 Mar 2023 99,565 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 26 Feb 2022 94,648 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2021 90,040 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2021 90,040 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/50 R17 Runflat (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Feb 2020 87,370 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2020 87,370 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 80,278 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 74,439 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 65,570 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 57,699 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 48,644 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 39,973 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 31,421 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 25,979 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 20,826 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 15,249 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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GU07 LZB is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol 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 GU07 LZB, 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 GU07 LZB registered?

GU07 LZB is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 1 March 2007.

Is GU07 LZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU07 LZB 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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