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WP57 PKU

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

217,688 mi
Last recorded217,688 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP57 PKU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 217,688 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 197,698 miles

both front tyres bald on edges

Fail 12 Dec 2024 197,698 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

both front tyres bald on edges

Pass 21 Dec 2023 189,978 miles

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

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

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 21 Dec 2023 189,977 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 13 Dec 2022 180,583 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2022 180,558 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Dec 2021 171,773 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

both rear tyres bald on inner edges

Pass 23 Dec 2020 165,235 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

both front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 23 Dec 2020 165,235 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 3 Dec 2019 160,407 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

both front tyres wearing on outer edges and starting to split

Pass 4 Dec 2018 153,802 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

o/s/r tyre low and bald on inner edge

Pass 6 Dec 2017 146,932 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 138,711 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 129,487 miles

both front tyres out of shape

Pass 9 Dec 2014 119,658 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2014 119,658 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2013 103,244 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 85,235 miles

front tyres going out of shape

Pass 14 Dec 2011 67,149 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 50,137 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 50,135 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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WP57 PKU is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 WP57 PKU, 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 WP57 PKU registered?

WP57 PKU is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 19 December 2007.

Is WP57 PKU safe to buy?

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