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FJ57 WXC

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

88,448 mi
Last recorded88,448 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ57 WXC
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2019 88,448 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2019 88,448 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 77,090 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 74,676 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 66,779 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2014 64,479 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 64,479 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 58,638 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Mar 2013 53,137 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 47,013 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Mar 2011 41,976 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 41,951 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 39,109 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 39,109 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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FJ57 WXC is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FJ57 WXC, 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 FJ57 WXC registered?

FJ57 WXC is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 17 September 2007.

Is FJ57 WXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ57 WXC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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