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LG57 KFZ

2007 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

121,468 mi
Last recorded121,468 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG57 KFZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 121,468 miles

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

Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 18 Jul 2025 121,468 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2024 113,357 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 100,849 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 99,459 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 97,227 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 13 Aug 2020 95,407 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 93,117 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 89,828 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 86,640 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 82,842 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Sep 2015 78,412 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 73,567 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 69,107 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 63,458 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 56,711 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 49,142 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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LG57 KFZ is a 2007 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LG57 KFZ, 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 LG57 KFZ registered?

LG57 KFZ is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 7 September 2007.

Is LG57 KFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG57 KFZ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LG57 KFZ have outstanding finance?

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