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SL57 OBT

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

127,287 mi
Last recorded127,287 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL57 OBT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 127,287 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 13 Feb 2026 127,283 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Feb 2025 113,041 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 99,192 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 93,117 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 138,113 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 77,559 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 67,943 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 65,157 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 63,291 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 60,009 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 57,703 miles

All 4 tyres have cracks inbetween tread pattern

Pass 31 Oct 2014 55,236 miles

all 4 tyres starting to crack inside tread area

nearside front wheel inner rim slight damage

Pass 25 Oct 2013 50,059 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 45,443 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 39,014 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 31,515 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2010 31,513 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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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SL57 OBT is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SL57 OBT, 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.

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What year was SL57 OBT registered?

SL57 OBT is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 1 November 2007.

Is SL57 OBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL57 OBT shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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