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GU07 ZKW

2007 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

132,901 mi
Last recorded132,901 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU07 ZKW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2023 132,901 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2022 124,218 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 116,760 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 115,901 miles

Nearside Rear tyre sidewall slight damage

Rear wiper rubber split

Fail 20 Aug 2020 115,899 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear tyre sidewall slight damage

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

Rear wiper rubber split

Pass 8 Aug 2019 114,633 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner outer treads (5.2.3 (e))

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

undertrays fitted obscuring view to some components

Pass 9 Aug 2018 111,786 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

engine cover and undertray fitted to inc plastic sill covers fitted os ns outer

nsf tyre perishing lightly in treads

nsr tyre valve deteriating

osf tyre perishing in treads and wearing on outer tread close to legal limit

Fail 9 Aug 2018 111,786 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 Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

engine cover and undertray fitted to inc plastic sill covers fitted os ns outer

nsf tyre perishing lightly in treads

nsr tyre valve deteriating

osf tyre perishing in treads and wearing on outer tread close to legal limit

Pass 9 Aug 2017 108,563 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both front tyres worn on edges and perished 245/40/18

Pass 5 Aug 2016 104,512 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 98,569 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 90,873 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 90,827 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 81,956 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

very slight imperfection of n/s/f tyre sidewall

Fail 23 Aug 2013 81,752 miles

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

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Sep 2012 63,575 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 57,309 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Feb 2011 42,833 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 30,628 miles

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

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

handbrake requires adjustment

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 ZKW is a 2007 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 ZKW, 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 GU07 ZKW?

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What year was GU07 ZKW registered?

GU07 ZKW is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 3 March 2007.

Is GU07 ZKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU07 ZKW shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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