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PL07 UEG

2007 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

210,779 mi
Last recorded210,779 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL07 UEG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 210,779 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2026 210,776 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 208,189 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2024 196,580 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 190,500 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive OIL LEAK FROM DIFF PINION SEAL (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2023 190,500 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn FRONT ARM BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive OIL LEAK FROM DIFF PINION SEAL (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 171,266 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 143,616 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 140,366 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 136,757 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2018 133,242 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)

under trays fitted

Fail 19 May 2018 133,240 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

under trays fitted

Pass 20 May 2017 126,131 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 118,015 miles

Nearside Front Outer tyre wall cut but not dangerous

Offside Front Outer tyre wall cut but not dangerous

Top engine and under tray covers fitted

Fail 23 May 2016 118,015 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Outer tyre wall cut but not dangerous

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Outer tyre wall cut but not dangerous

Top engine and under tray covers fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2015 108,398 miles

front brake pads worn

nsf brake disc heavily corroded on the inner surface

osf tyre side wall damaged

Pass 9 Jun 2014 102,509 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 May 2013 94,259 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 86,906 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 76,135 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 62,769 miles

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

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

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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PL07 UEG is a 2007 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 PL07 UEG, 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 PL07 UEG registered?

PL07 UEG is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 1 June 2007.

Is PL07 UEG safe to buy?

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