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MA07 WOH

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

178,286 mi
Last recorded178,286 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA07 WOH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 178,286 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip on windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Feb 2026 178,272 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 156,218 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 148,658 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear pads wear indicator not fitted into brake pads

trailer electrical socket insecure bracket broken held on with cable ties

undertray fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2022 144,336 miles

eng cover fitted

undertray

Fail 16 Nov 2022 144,336 miles

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

eng cover fitted

undertray

Pass 27 Oct 2021 140,454 miles

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

engine covers fitted covering components in the engine bay.

undertray covers fitted covering components in the underframe.

Fail 27 Oct 2021 140,454 miles

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

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

engine covers fitted covering components in the engine bay.

undertray covers fitted covering components in the underframe.

Pass 5 Nov 2020 138,545 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 2 Nov 2020 138,545 miles

Nearside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2019 132,487 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 125,791 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 118,585 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2017 118,255 miles

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2016 112,819 miles

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 8 Nov 2016 112,819 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50/17 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/50/17 (4.1.E.1)

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 106,233 miles

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 98,406 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Oct 2013 91,132 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 85,202 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 79,228 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 71,967 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 63,217 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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MA07 WOH is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 MA07 WOH, 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 MA07 WOH registered?

MA07 WOH is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 26 June 2007.

Is MA07 WOH safe to buy?

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