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DV57 GRU

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

95,368 mi
Last recorded95,368 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2015
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV57 GRU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2015 95,368 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 86,836 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Nov 2014 86,836 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 69,697 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 53,845 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 46,719 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 30,797 miles

Full plastic undertrays fitted at time of test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 30,413 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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DV57 GRU is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 DV57 GRU, 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 DV57 GRU registered?

DV57 GRU is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 12 September 2007.

Is DV57 GRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV57 GRU shows 8 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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