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EF57 LSV

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

194,045 mi
Last recorded194,045 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF57 LSV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2018 194,045 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 179,698 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2016 165,981 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 152,954 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2015 152,954 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 140,723 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 126,662 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 20 Dec 2012 118,413 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2012 118,413 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2011 106,503 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2011 106,503 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

nearside front tyre has nail in tread area.Advise repair to be carried out.

offside rear tyre close to legal limit,currently at 2mm,legal limit is 1.6mm.Advise replacement soon.

Fail 9 Dec 2010 94,606 miles

Front registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2010 94,606 miles

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

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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EF57 LSV is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EF57 LSV, 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 EF57 LSV registered?

EF57 LSV is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 20 December 2007.

Is EF57 LSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF57 LSV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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