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KJZ 2238

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

192,811 mi
Last recorded192,811 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJZ 2238
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 192,811 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 190,224 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 179,478 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 160,858 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 145,319 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 137,716 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2018 137,650 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 132,559 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2017 132,467 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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KJZ 2238 is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KJZ 2238, 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 KJZ 2238?

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What year was KJZ 2238 registered?

KJZ 2238 is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 1 January 2007.

Is KJZ 2238 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJZ 2238 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KJZ 2238 have outstanding finance?

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