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SP57 GSU

2007 BMW 525

Gold Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,724 mi
Last recorded86,724 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP57 GSU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 86,724 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2026 86,722 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2025 83,115 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 81,130 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2024 81,130 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 78,851 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2023 78,851 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jul 2022 76,983 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2021 73,605 miles

frt tyres worn edges

Pass 1 Jul 2020 68,936 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 64,555 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 58,755 miles

nearside front tyre worn to edge

Pass 18 Oct 2016 54,383 miles

Child seat fitted.

Pass 2 Nov 2015 51,807 miles

Unable to check all seat belts due to child seat.

Pass 11 Oct 2014 46,832 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 42,555 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 38,012 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2011 32,675 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2011 32,675 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 26,630 miles

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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SP57 GSU is a 2007 BMW 525 in Gold with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 SP57 GSU, 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 SP57 GSU registered?

SP57 GSU is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 10 December 2007.

Is SP57 GSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP57 GSU shows 20 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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