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SF57 SVW

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

138,532 mi
Last recorded138,532 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF57 SVW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2020 138,532 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 131,020 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 18 May 2019 131,020 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 120,179 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 120,151 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 109,043 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 109,039 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2016 103,942 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2015 91,112 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)

Fail 27 Jan 2015 91,108 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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 18 Feb 2014 81,726 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 68,250 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 56,062 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 41,143 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 24,768 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 24,764 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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SF57 SVW is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 SF57 SVW, 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

How do I check the history of SF57 SVW?

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What year was SF57 SVW registered?

SF57 SVW is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 30 November 2007.

Is SF57 SVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF57 SVW shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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