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BJ57 MYA

2007 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

148,318 mi
Last recorded148,318 miles
Recorded on16 May 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ57 MYA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2023 148,318 miles

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

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))

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

Pass 23 May 2022 143,189 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 May 2021 130,781 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))

Fail 22 May 2021 130,647 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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 22 May 2020 116,529 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded top (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 May 2019 99,385 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 73,807 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 64,454 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2015 61,102 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 61,102 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 57,962 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2013 50,020 miles

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

Fail 21 Dec 2012 44,062 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 44,062 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2011 37,043 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 30,762 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 27,414 miles

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

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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BJ57 MYA is a 2007 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 BJ57 MYA, 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 BJ57 MYA registered?

BJ57 MYA is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 24 September 2007.

Is BJ57 MYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ57 MYA shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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