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MT57 ELH

2007 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

114,221 mi
Last recorded114,221 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT57 ELH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2017 114,221 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 100,711 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2016 100,711 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2015 87,263 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2015 87,263 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 74,170 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2012 58,350 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 58,350 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 46,376 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 46,376 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 30,290 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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MT57 ELH is a 2007 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 MT57 ELH, 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 MT57 ELH?

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What year was MT57 ELH registered?

MT57 ELH is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 29 November 2007.

Is MT57 ELH safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT57 ELH shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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