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WR57 VPG

2007 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

192,355 mi
Last recorded192,355 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR57 VPG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 192,355 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2017 192,355 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2016 296,702 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 23 Nov 2016 296,702 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2015 270,124 miles

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

Offside Front NAIL IN TYRE

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

Pass 13 Nov 2014 244,520 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 223,388 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Nov 2012 128,804 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 128,804 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2011 100,621 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 100,621 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 76,350 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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WR57 VPG is a 2007 BMW 525 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WR57 VPG, 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 WR57 VPG registered?

WR57 VPG is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 26 November 2007.

Is WR57 VPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR57 VPG shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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