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CE57 ZGT

2007 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

171,234 mi
Last recorded171,234 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE57 ZGT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2020 171,234 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 159,157 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2018 146,234 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Mar 2018 146,234 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2017 135,152 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

RBT :PARKING BRAKE EFFICIENCY 17%

Pass 24 Mar 2016 125,334 miles

OIL LEAK ,UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 25 Mar 2015 118,500 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Mar 2014 116,949 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2014 114,659 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2013 108,550 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Nov 2011 100,753 miles

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

front and rear undertrays fitted preventing full under vehicle inspection

Pass 5 Nov 2010 89,174 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)

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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CE57 ZGT is a 2007 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 CE57 ZGT, 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

How do I check the history of CE57 ZGT?

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What year was CE57 ZGT registered?

CE57 ZGT is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 8 November 2007.

Is CE57 ZGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE57 ZGT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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