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PK57 WRT

2007 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

71,350 mi
Last recorded71,350 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK57 WRT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 71,350 miles

point to note! covers fitted all over vehicle prevents full inspection

Pass 7 Oct 2024 70,282 miles

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

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

covers under bonnet and car and sills covering components

Pass 6 Oct 2023 68,057 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 3 Oct 2022 64,730 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 5 Oct 2021 62,425 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 1 Oct 2020 60,048 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

advise covers under bonnet under car and on outer sills preventing full inspection

Pass 28 Aug 2019 54,415 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin also brake discs are corroded (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

advise covers under bonnet under car and on outer sills preventing full inspection

advise front brake discs corroded

Pass 29 Aug 2018 51,516 miles

covers and under trays obscuring some components.

Pass 26 Aug 2017 48,823 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 45,942 miles

gearbox oil leak

Fail 18 Aug 2016 45,942 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

gearbox oil leak

Pass 25 Aug 2015 43,153 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 39,334 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 39,078 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 34,497 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 29,572 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 24,735 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 17,002 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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PK57 WRT is a 2007 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 WRT, 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 WRT registered?

PK57 WRT is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 29 September 2007.

Is PK57 WRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK57 WRT shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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