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AJ57 ZDG

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

181,419 mi
Last recorded181,419 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ57 ZDG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2020 181,419 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 178,214 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Dec 2018 170,830 miles

All brake pads low

Rear tyres low tread

Pass 22 Dec 2017 160,143 miles

All tyres worn close to legal limit

Pass 7 Dec 2016 152,393 miles

front and rear brake pads are low

rear tyres low tread

Pass 23 Dec 2015 146,815 miles

all tyres are close to legal limit

Pass 6 Dec 2014 136,134 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 127,493 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 119,932 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2011 111,234 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2010 102,858 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2010 102,858 miles

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

small chip in windscreen

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 ZDG is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ZDG, 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 ZDG registered?

AJ57 ZDG is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 7 December 2007.

Is AJ57 ZDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ57 ZDG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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