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LR57 AUF

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

96,709 mi
Last recorded96,709 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR57 AUF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2018 96,709 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2018 96,709 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 80,330 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 61,721 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 60,452 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 60,450 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 52,656 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 45,590 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Apr 2014 45,578 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Dec 2012 36,990 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2011 30,034 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

G BOX LEAKING OIL

Pass 5 Jan 2011 23,929 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2011 23,929 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

nsf bumper loose and front fog lights loose in bumper

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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LR57 AUF is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 LR57 AUF, 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 LR57 AUF registered?

LR57 AUF is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 26 September 2007.

Is LR57 AUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR57 AUF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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