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AJ57 ERV

2007 BMW 520

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

166,473 mi
Last recorded166,473 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ57 ERV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2020 166,473 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2018 165,157 miles

slight play in steering rack inner joints

Pass 20 Oct 2017 154,834 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2017 154,834 miles

Bonnet retaining device insecure (8.4.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 150,600 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 139,195 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 131,191 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 131,188 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Oct 2012 111,141 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 91,764 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2010 86,213 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 86,213 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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AJ57 ERV is a 2007 BMW 520 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2007 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 110,264 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 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ57 ERV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 19 years old, this BMW 520 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AJ57 ERV registered?

AJ57 ERV is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 30 October 2007.

Is AJ57 ERV safe to buy?

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