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SC56 OTK

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

140,217 mi
Last recorded140,217 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC56 OTK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 23 Feb 2024 140,217 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play NSF & OSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front end damage

Pass 21 Sep 2022 125,278 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 116,038 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2020 107,111 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 103,531 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2018 100,500 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 96,727 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 May 2016 92,731 miles

Nearside Front TYRE HAS SLIGHT DAMAGE TO OUTER SIDE WALL & A SLIGHT SPLIT ON THE INNER SIDE WALL.

Pass 12 May 2015 86,516 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 80,906 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Dec 2012 71,597 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 70,008 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 67,263 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 65,499 miles

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

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

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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SC56 OTK is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SC56 OTK, 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 SC56 OTK registered?

SC56 OTK is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 2 February 2007.

Is SC56 OTK safe to buy?

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