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KT57 PDO

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

159,573 mi
Last recorded159,573 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT57 PDO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2025 159,573 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 150,812 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 134,427 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2022 133,845 miles

Exhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. missing (8.2.2.1 (c))

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Nov 2021 122,583 miles

Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both sides (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 111,311 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 99,734 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 82,548 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 May 2018 82,547 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 78,743 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 76,646 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2015 76,646 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2014 66,470 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 63,884 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 57,736 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 53,382 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 8 Mar 2011 44,804 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 44,804 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 38,894 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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KT57 PDO is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 KT57 PDO, 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 KT57 PDO?

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What year was KT57 PDO registered?

KT57 PDO is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 3 September 2007.

Is KT57 PDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT57 PDO shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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