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FL57 AXR

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

177,807 mi
Last recorded177,807 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL57 AXR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 177,807 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2024 174,509 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 8 Dec 2023 171,088 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on borderline 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on borderline 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2022 169,201 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 162,204 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 158,217 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 149,619 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 142,800 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Wear to both front tyres on edges

Pass 7 Apr 2017 134,602 miles

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

Slight huming noise from n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 22 Dec 2015 123,538 miles

Offside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge.

emissions to clean fro tester.

Fail 18 Dec 2015 123,497 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge.

emissions to clean fro tester.

Pass 17 Sep 2014 108,035 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake discs severly worn/lipped

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 82,249 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear seat belts not checked due to child seats

underside covered making inspection difficult

unsure about front number plate

wet test

Fail 17 Sep 2013 82,249 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear seat belts not checked due to child seats

underside covered making inspection difficult

unsure about front number plate

wet test

Pass 13 Sep 2012 76,041 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front number plate slightly worn

Fail 13 Sep 2012 76,041 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front number plate slightly worn

Pass 10 Sep 2011 75,749 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 61,924 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 61,924 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 AXR is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 AXR, 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 AXR registered?

FL57 AXR is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 4 September 2007.

Is FL57 AXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL57 AXR shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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