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BK57 OMR

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

163,475 mi
Last recorded163,475 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK57 OMR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 163,475 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2024 147,131 miles

All four tyre treads wearing excessively due to winter tyres being fitted

both front suspension arms have play in bushes

Fail 19 Aug 2024 147,065 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

All four tyre treads wearing excessively due to winter tyres being fitted

both front suspension arms have play in bushes

Pass 19 Aug 2023 136,483 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 126,755 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2021 120,656 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 117,601 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 113,225 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 109,927 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 105,154 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 100,775 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 95,494 miles

both front tyre valves are perished.

Fail 11 Aug 2015 95,494 miles

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

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

both front tyre valves are perished.

Pass 13 Jun 2014 85,220 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jun 2013 66,544 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2013 66,544 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside 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 21 Jul 2012 49,945 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2011 37,515 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 21,535 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 OMR is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 OMR, 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 OMR registered?

BK57 OMR is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 28 September 2007.

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The MOT history for BK57 OMR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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