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BX07 JJL

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

115,952 mi
Last recorded115,952 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX07 JJL
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2019 115,952 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2018 107,084 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 96,352 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 91,662 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 86,380 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 78,124 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Feb 2013 59,053 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 69,053 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 62,344 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 53,611 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 53,611 miles

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

handbrake light on dash

srs light on dash

Pass 10 Feb 2010 53,081 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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BX07 JJL is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BX07 JJL, 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.

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What year was BX07 JJL registered?

BX07 JJL is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 21 March 2007.

Is BX07 JJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX07 JJL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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