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PK57 LDJ

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

224,081 mi
Last recorded224,081 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2021 224,081 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Short ally. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 214,675 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 198,804 miles

Clutch pedal anti slip missing

Fail 20 May 2019 198,802 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Clutch pedal anti slip missing

Pass 21 May 2018 185,520 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 174,090 miles

Covers fitted under bonnet.

Covers fitted under vehicle.

Fail 22 May 2017 174,090 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Covers fitted under bonnet.

Covers fitted under vehicle.

Pass 22 Apr 2016 157,667 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view Wing mirror cracked. (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view Wing mirror discoloured. (8.1.2a)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 135,351 miles

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 118,328 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 103,677 miles

chips in windscreen

nearside mirror damaged

Pass 28 Nov 2011 88,267 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

slight chip in windscreen

Pass 5 Oct 2010 72,925 miles

nearside mirror poor condition

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 LDJ is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LDJ, 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 LDJ registered?

PK57 LDJ is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 25 September 2007.

Is PK57 LDJ safe to buy?

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