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AK57 FXS

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

180,599 mi
Last recorded180,599 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK57 FXS
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2021 180,599 miles

Nearside Rear Handbrake efficiency lower than offside

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2020 169,768 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 153,517 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 136,401 miles

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 127,682 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2017 127,680 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 115,978 miles

unable to open boot

Fail 21 Oct 2016 115,978 miles

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

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

unable to open boot

Pass 31 Oct 2015 99,592 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2015 99,592 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)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 79,125 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2013 54,009 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 42,334 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 42,153 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2011 28,929 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 25,595 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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AK57 FXS is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 AK57 FXS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK57 FXS registered?

AK57 FXS is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 30 September 2007.

Is AK57 FXS safe to buy?

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