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HG56 GGE

2007 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

183,099 mi
Last recorded183,099 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG56 GGE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 183,099 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Front both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 3 Sep 2025 183,099 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Front both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2023 174,559 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 9 Dec 2023 174,559 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 149,395 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 139,785 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 127,344 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 117,006 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2019 116,973 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Nov 2018 109,808 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Nov 2018 109,808 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2017 103,275 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2017 103,157 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2016 97,547 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 91,773 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 83,816 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Nov 2014 83,814 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Nov 2013 77,824 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 74,960 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emmissions too clean to obtain reading

Fail 8 Nov 2012 74,635 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emmissions too clean to obtain reading

nearside front tyre tread wearing low 3mm in centre tread

nearside parking brake efficiency slightly low

offside front tyre tread 3.5mm centre

rear tyres worn unevenly

Pass 24 Oct 2011 55,176 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 44,892 miles

damage wheel rims.

deterioration rear number plate.

stone chips front windscreen.

Fail 8 Nov 2010 44,892 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

damage wheel rims.

deterioration rear number plate.

stone chips front windscreen.

Pass 14 Dec 2009 35,143 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

damage wheel rims.

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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HG56 GGE is a 2007 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HG56 GGE, 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 HG56 GGE registered?

HG56 GGE is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 25 January 2007.

Is HG56 GGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG56 GGE shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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