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EK57 XMD

2007 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

118,989 mi
Last recorded118,989 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK57 XMD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2018 118,989 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 109,177 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on the outer edge

Pass 5 Dec 2016 96,540 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has nail

Pass 11 Dec 2015 81,787 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 67,032 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 57,281 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 51,426 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 49,614 miles

Both front brake discs lipped and worn.

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Fail 1 Dec 2011 49,614 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Both front brake discs lipped and worn.

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2010 37,118 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 59,976 miles

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

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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EK57 XMD is a 2007 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 EK57 XMD, 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 EK57 XMD registered?

EK57 XMD is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 24 October 2007.

Is EK57 XMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK57 XMD shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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