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GV07 HRX

2007 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

110,267 mi
Last recorded110,267 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV07 HRX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 110,267 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2025 104,793 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Upper Rearward Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2025 104,793 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Upper Rearward Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2025 104,686 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

Offside Front head light bracket broken

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2024 100,721 miles

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Leak From Electrical plug on rear of gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2024 100,721 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Leak From Electrical plug on rear of gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 96,784 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 92,838 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2021 85,000 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 77,284 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 70,850 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2019 70,850 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 63,805 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 61,097 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 57,557 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 53,953 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 49,928 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 43,130 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 43,130 miles

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

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

both front tyres have worn smooth on edges

Pass 16 May 2012 35,868 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 27,527 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 21,292 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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GV07 HRX is a 2007 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 GV07 HRX, 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 GV07 HRX registered?

GV07 HRX is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 27 July 2007.

Is GV07 HRX safe to buy?

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