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PK57 HCN

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

195,554 mi
Last recorded195,554 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK57 HCN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2020 195,554 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 183,754 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Apr 2019 183,754 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front of wheel (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm x2 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 165,355 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jan 2017 137,943 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement H arm bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement H arm bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Jan 2017 137,732 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner and outer sidewalls (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner and outer sidewalls (4.1.D.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement H arm bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement H arm bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 108,586 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 95,681 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 95,681 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2014 83,631 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 78,033 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 72,113 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 66,893 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 59,153 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 59,153 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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PK57 HCN is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 PK57 HCN, 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 PK57 HCN registered?

PK57 HCN is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 13 September 2007.

Is PK57 HCN safe to buy?

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