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FY57 TJO

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

128,482 mi
Last recorded128,482 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY57 TJO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2017 128,482 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated ALL FRONT AND REAR PERISHED (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded ALL FRONT AND REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Front Inner Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush N/S AND O/S (2.5.B.2b)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2016 121,125 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 111,262 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 105,482 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres perished/cracking

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 28 Nov 2012 93,373 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 28 Nov 2012 93,373 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 82,788 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 64,288 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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FY57 TJO is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FY57 TJO, 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 FY57 TJO registered?

FY57 TJO is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is FY57 TJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY57 TJO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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