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SM57 WKV

2007 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

146,070 mi
Last recorded146,070 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM57 WKV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2023 146,070 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 103,919 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit at the time of test (5.2.3 (e))

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

Vehicle fitted with under trays and engine covers

Pass 11 Nov 2020 92,172 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2019 76,112 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 72,806 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2017 69,594 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 63,062 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 53,992 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Jan 2015 53,936 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Dec 2013 45,681 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Dec 2013 45,493 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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Pass 19 Dec 2012 36,733 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2011 29,123 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Dec 2010 19,351 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2010 19,351 miles

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

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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SM57 WKV is a 2007 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SM57 WKV, 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 SM57 WKV?

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What year was SM57 WKV registered?

SM57 WKV is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 30 November 2007.

Is SM57 WKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM57 WKV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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