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EJ07 GYE

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

157,699 mi
Last recorded157,699 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2016
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ07 GYE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2016 157,699 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2016 157,699 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 14 May 2016 151,597 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2015 146,456 miles

Undertray fitted obscuring inspection of some parts

Pass 18 May 2015 137,774 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2014 131,284 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 120,268 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 112,751 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 102,424 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 99,365 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 84,145 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2011 76,516 miles
Fail 28 May 2011 76,516 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2010 58,471 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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EJ07 GYE is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EJ07 GYE, 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 EJ07 GYE registered?

EJ07 GYE is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 30 April 2007.

Is EJ07 GYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ07 GYE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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