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WU07 WMJ

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

90,451 mi
Last recorded90,451 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU07 WMJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc
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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 90,451 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 82,661 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 82,123 miles

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Aug 2023 82,123 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 80,807 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 79,585 miles

Nearside Front puncture in tread

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 78,345 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 75,893 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 Jul 2019 75,891 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 72,529 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Jul 2018 72,527 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 69,540 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2016 65,904 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on the edges

Pass 7 Jul 2015 61,444 miles

Parking brake operation grabbing slightly (3.7.C.3b)

Fail 6 Jul 2015 61,444 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)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Parking brake operation grabbing slightly (3.7.C.3b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 58,064 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

OSR tyre perished within the tread pattern

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 54,212 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 54,212 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2012 50,310 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 49,899 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 38,964 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

near side front tyre worn on the outer edge and has a small spilt in the tread area

Pass 12 Feb 2010 29,033 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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WU07 WMJ is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 WU07 WMJ, 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

How do I check the history of WU07 WMJ?

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What year was WU07 WMJ registered?

WU07 WMJ is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 1 March 2007.

Is WU07 WMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU07 WMJ shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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