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BK57 GYP

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

125,801 mi
Last recorded125,801 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK57 GYP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 125,801 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside 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))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Rear differential has slight leak

Pass 6 Feb 2024 121,902 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 114,065 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2022 108,441 miles

Rear differential has slight leak

Pass 5 Jan 2021 100,661 miles

Rear differential has slight leak

Pass 20 Dec 2019 91,236 miles

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

Rear differential has slight oil staining

Fail 20 Dec 2019 91,236 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

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

Rear differential has slight oil staining

Pass 5 Jan 2019 85,732 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 80,837 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 75,491 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 71,832 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2015 71,699 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Aftermarket HiD light system fitted to vehicle not designed for them

Engine bay covers fitted

Under body covers fitted

Vehicle not equipped with required headlamp washers

Vehicle not equipped with required self leveling headlamps

Pass 5 Jan 2015 68,706 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 63,506 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 53,801 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 43,386 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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BK57 GYP 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 87.5%.

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 BK57 GYP, 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 BK57 GYP registered?

BK57 GYP is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 12 September 2007.

Is BK57 GYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK57 GYP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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