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SW57 WTJ

2007 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

224,066 mi
Last recorded224,066 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2014
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW57 WTJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2014 224,066 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 224,066 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 187,734 miles

offside rear seat belt buckle sticking but not affecting securing and release function.

Fail 12 Sep 2013 187,734 miles

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

offside rear seat belt buckle sticking but not affecting securing and release function.

Pass 29 Aug 2012 152,629 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)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 122,321 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 89,855 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)

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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SW57 WTJ is a 2007 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SW57 WTJ, 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 SW57 WTJ registered?

SW57 WTJ is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 19 September 2007.

Is SW57 WTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW57 WTJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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