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AV57 OGP

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

153,614 mi
Last recorded153,614 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV57 OGP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 153,614 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2024 148,497 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 144,356 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Sep 2023 144,356 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction re-set engine management light (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2022 139,562 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Sep 2022 139,562 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2021 134,135 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2020 129,286 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2020 129,286 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction re-set engine management light on dashboard (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 125,197 miles

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

rear passenger seat belt not tested due to child seat

Fail 19 Sep 2019 125,195 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction reset mil light (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

rear passenger seat belt not tested due to child seat

Pass 22 Aug 2018 117,608 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 21 Aug 2018 117,606 miles

Undertray likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2017 109,535 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 99,604 miles

Nearside Rear 245/40/18 rf

Pass 16 Mar 2015 83,399 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 82,828 miles

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 21 Feb 2014 74,178 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 70,315 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 65,826 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 53,345 miles

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

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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AV57 OGP is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AV57 OGP, 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 AV57 OGP registered?

AV57 OGP is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 1 November 2007.

Is AV57 OGP safe to buy?

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