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EF57 TKZ

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

161,072 mi
Last recorded161,072 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF57 TKZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 161,072 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 157,918 miles

both front tyres worn on inner treads

tracking

Pass 20 May 2016 148,864 miles

tracking

under trays fitted

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

both rear tyres worn on inner treads

Pass 15 May 2015 139,067 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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

Pass 20 May 2014 129,140 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 128,890 miles

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

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

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)

Pass 15 May 2013 118,430 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 May 2012 102,931 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 96,491 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 71,002 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 TKZ is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 EF57 TKZ, 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 EF57 TKZ registered?

EF57 TKZ is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 12 December 2007.

Is EF57 TKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF57 TKZ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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