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MF07 HSG

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

92,875 mi
Last recorded92,875 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF07 HSG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 92,875 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2025 92,857 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jul 2020 91,221 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2020 81,221 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2020

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 87,816 miles

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

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

front brake discs worn

small crack in windscreen, recommend renewal soonest

Pass 20 Sep 2016 63,045 miles

rear brake pads just on wear limit, recommend renewal soonest

zero emission reading

Fail 19 Sep 2016 63,045 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake pads just on wear limit, recommend renewal soonest

zero emission reading

Pass 19 Sep 2015 50,276 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Aug 2014 41,263 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Aug 2014 41,263 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jul 2013 38,729 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 35,816 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 32,676 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 32,666 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 27,170 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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MF07 HSG is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 MF07 HSG, 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 MF07 HSG?

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What year was MF07 HSG registered?

MF07 HSG is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 12 March 2007.

Is MF07 HSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF07 HSG shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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