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FG57 GUA

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,455 mi
Last recorded85,455 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG57 GUA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2024 85,455 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 82,534 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 80,109 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 80,109 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 70,425 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 60,054 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 53,447 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 46,921 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 44,349 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 42,037 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2015 38,664 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2014 35,043 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 35,043 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 31,328 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 28,170 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 28,170 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 23,322 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 20,359 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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FG57 GUA 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 83.3%.

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 FG57 GUA, 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 FG57 GUA registered?

FG57 GUA is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 22 November 2007.

Is FG57 GUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG57 GUA shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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