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VK57 MWF

2007 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2020
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

167,208 mi
Last recorded167,208 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK57 MWF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2019 167,208 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2019 167,208 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 156,604 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2018 156,604 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Seat belt buckle missing centre rear (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 153,207 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 149,224 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 45,478 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front (3.5.1g)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit near side rear (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Oct 2015 45,478 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick rear (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front (3.5.1g)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit near side rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 138,381 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 20 Oct 2014 138,381 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 28 Oct 2013 130,642 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2013 130,642 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2012 121,953 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 27 Sep 2012 121,953 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 104,627 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 104,627 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 83,095 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 83,095 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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VK57 MWF is a 2007 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 VK57 MWF, 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 VK57 MWF registered?

VK57 MWF is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 28 September 2007.

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