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FD56 ZGT

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

409,231 mi
Last recorded409,231 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD56 ZGT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2023 409,231 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 409,231 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Dec 2021 238,809 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 220,997 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 204,000 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 177,006 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 165,956 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2017 165,956 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2016 152,723 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 139,352 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 129,898 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 109,102 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Dec 2013 109,026 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Nov 2012 90,058 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 71,935 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 50,782 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 35,094 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 35,092 miles

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

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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FD56 ZGT is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FD56 ZGT, 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 FD56 ZGT registered?

FD56 ZGT is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 23 January 2007.

Is FD56 ZGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD56 ZGT shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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