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AX07 KVZ

2007 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

210,117 mi
Last recorded210,117 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 525103,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX07 KVZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 210,117 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2025 195,754 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 1 Mar 2025 195,685 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 180,977 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 177,923 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 163,213 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2021 163,194 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Dec 2020 149,899 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 139,483 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2018 121,706 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 114,706 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 114,702 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2016 95,065 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 94,171 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 87,069 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 86,748 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 69,273 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 61,101 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 53,713 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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AX07 KVZ is a 2007 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AX07 KVZ, 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 AX07 KVZ?

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What year was AX07 KVZ registered?

AX07 KVZ is a 2007 BMW 525, first registered on 31 July 2007.

Is AX07 KVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX07 KVZ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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