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FG57 OPM

2007 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

185,106 mi
Last recorded185,106 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG57 OPM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2019 185,106 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2018 174,724 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 165,257 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 151,762 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 139,502 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 126,998 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 115,196 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 115,193 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 101,430 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 79,828 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Aug 2010 79,827 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 OPM 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 FG57 OPM, 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 OPM registered?

FG57 OPM is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 29 September 2007.

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