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DN57 WJC

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

161,244 mi
Last recorded161,244 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN57 WJC
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2022 161,244 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 156,705 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine, diff & gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2021 156,705 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine, diff & gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2020 150,591 miles

BOTTOM ENGINE COVER FITTED OBSCURING SOME UNDERSIDE COMPONENTS

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

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2019 139,371 miles

BOTTOM ENGINE COVER FITTED OBSCURING SOME UNDERSIDE COMPONENTS

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

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 30 Aug 2019 139,371 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing NOT ACCESSIBLE (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid BOTH (3.5 (a))

BOTTOM ENGINE COVER FITTED OBSCURING SOME UNDERSIDE COMPONENTS

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

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 31 Aug 2018 128,658 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 117,868 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front (2.4.G.2)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 103,203 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 85,061 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 72,483 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front wipers slightly smearing

Pass 7 May 2013 60,138 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2012 49,984 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 49,984 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 May 2011 39,279 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 11 May 2010 31,341 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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DN57 WJC 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 81.3%.

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 DN57 WJC, 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 DN57 WJC registered?

DN57 WJC is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 16 November 2007.

Is DN57 WJC safe to buy?

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