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GU57 GEJ

2007 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

216,548 mi
Last recorded216,548 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU57 GEJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2024 216,548 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Misting (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 203,424 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2023 203,420 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side Low effort (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 194,020 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2022 194,018 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 191,130 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2019 185,540 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2019 185,540 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 181,398 miles

Both rear brake flexi hoses slightly deteriorated.

Front wipers slightly smearing.

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 172,399 miles

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

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 25 Aug 2016 160,375 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 160,375 miles

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 147,563 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 135,225 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 121,477 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 108,102 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 108,102 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 95,334 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 79,744 miles

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

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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GU57 GEJ is a 2007 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GU57 GEJ, 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 GU57 GEJ?

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What year was GU57 GEJ registered?

GU57 GEJ is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is GU57 GEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU57 GEJ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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