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FL57 AJU

2007 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

156,364 mi
Last recorded156,364 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL57 AJU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 156,364 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 154,760 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 5 Sep 2023 152,775 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

play in drivers wiper arm

undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2022 151,265 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 147,551 miles

n/s/r outer driveshaft gaiter slightly deteriorated

Pass 9 Sep 2020 144,233 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

nearside rear driveshaft gaiter slightly deteriorated

Pass 26 Sep 2019 139,022 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Sep 2019 139,022 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 132,960 miles

nearside driveshaft gaiter slightly deteriorated

Pass 24 Aug 2017 127,615 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 122,826 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 117,182 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 110,000 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 5 Sep 2013 96,826 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 96,825 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 72,693 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 50,554 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2010 42,437 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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FL57 AJU is a 2007 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FL57 AJU, 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 FL57 AJU registered?

FL57 AJU is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is FL57 AJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL57 AJU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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