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KH57 FWD

2007 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

134,710 mi
Last recorded134,710 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH57 FWD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 134,710 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 125,125 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2024 125,125 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 116,458 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both wearing thin (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 108,370 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 6 Jul 2022 108,254 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Jul 2021 100,975 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 16 Jul 2021 100,975 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 95,482 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 84,567 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2019 84,567 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 80,183 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit + worn on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit + worn on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 76,880 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2016 71,947 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 66,826 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

O/S/F tyre has age cracks

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jan 2015 66,826 miles

O/S/F tyre has age cracks

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2014 60,890 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

Pass 26 Jan 2013 54,177 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Feb 2012 41,211 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 37,263 miles

SMALL CUT TO CORDS IN N/S/R TYER

TWO SMALL CUTS TO N/S F TYER

Pass 1 Oct 2010 29,605 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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KH57 FWD is a 2007 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 KH57 FWD, 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 KH57 FWD?

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What year was KH57 FWD registered?

KH57 FWD is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 8 November 2007.

Is KH57 FWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KH57 FWD shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KH57 FWD have outstanding finance?

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