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KE57 ETK

2007 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

128,941 mi
Last recorded128,941 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE57 ETK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 128,941 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2025 127,732 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 125,537 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 123,459 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2023 123,459 miles

Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Dec 2021 120,458 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 111,929 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/r and o/s/r wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 99,511 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2019 99,511 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 88,209 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 797,853 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 71,356 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2015 66,105 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 66,015 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 58,625 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 53,284 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 49,638 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 37,995 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 37,965 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 37,965 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 32,399 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2010 32,399 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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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KE57 ETK is a 2007 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,993cc 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 KE57 ETK, 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 KE57 ETK?

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What year was KE57 ETK registered?

KE57 ETK is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 21 November 2007.

Is KE57 ETK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE57 ETK shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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