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JK57 KKK

2007 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

147,049 mi
Last recorded147,049 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJK57 KKK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 147,049 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 137,693 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Apr 2025 137,556 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 128,438 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Apr 2024 128,164 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2023 115,924 miles

both front disc back plates insecure

Pass 23 Apr 2022 108,657 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 102,489 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 - 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 May 2021 102,416 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 - 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2020 97,865 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 90,401 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 87,208 miles

undertrays fitted

Fail 20 Sep 2017 87,194 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2016 82,383 miles

Offside handbrake performance

undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2015 77,730 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

items removed from view

slight corrosion on rear brake discs

Pass 27 Sep 2014 71,371 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2013 67,162 miles

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

advise rear pads getting low

Pass 18 Sep 2012 61,460 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 50,910 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2010 39,192 miles

both rear tyres worn close to legal limit

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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JK57 KKK is a 2007 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 JK57 KKK, 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 JK57 KKK registered?

JK57 KKK is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 27 September 2007.

Is JK57 KKK safe to buy?

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