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LR57 KHE

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

149,625 mi
Last recorded149,625 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR57 KHE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2023 149,625 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Vehicle under covers not allowing full inspection on some components

Pass 10 Oct 2022 139,707 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Vehicle under covers not allowing full inspection

Fail 10 Oct 2022 139,707 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Vehicle under covers not allowing full inspection

Pass 15 Oct 2021 133,679 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 126,933 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 126,933 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2019 118,354 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2019 118,348 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 May 2018 112,326 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 May 2017 98,660 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

drivers seat back has slight play

rear tyres getting low and perishing

Pass 29 Apr 2016 83,731 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 83,731 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 May 2015 70,591 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 69,334 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 55,663 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 47,555 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2013 47,555 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 38,313 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 26,886 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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LR57 KHE 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 73.7%.

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 KHE, 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.

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What year was LR57 KHE registered?

LR57 KHE is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 5 October 2007.

Is LR57 KHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR57 KHE shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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