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KG57 LWC

2007 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

131,455 mi
Last recorded131,455 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG57 LWC
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 131,455 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2025 131,455 miles

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2024 121,368 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 112,057 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 101,798 miles

Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s+o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 88,486 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s+o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s+o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 84,269 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 80,506 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 73,639 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 67,852 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 61,826 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 61,626 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 55,177 miles

Nearside Rear tyre pressure low

Pass 6 Aug 2014 47,086 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Aug 2013 41,016 miles

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

wiper blades starting to smear.

Pass 30 Aug 2012 33,881 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 27,394 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 20,938 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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KG57 LWC is a 2007 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KG57 LWC, 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 KG57 LWC registered?

KG57 LWC is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 3 September 2007.

Is KG57 LWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG57 LWC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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