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G15 LNY

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

93,936 mi
Last recorded93,936 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG15 LNY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 93,936 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2025 89,036 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2024 84,008 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 79,419 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 77,406 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 77,345 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jul 2019 73,621 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2018 70,397 miles

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

under vehicle covers

Pass 8 May 2017 68,118 miles

Nearside Rear hand brake weak just met requirement

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

Pass 21 Oct 2015 66,573 miles

Rear brake pads slightly wearing low

Pass 29 Oct 2014 64,916 miles

rear pads getting low

Pass 17 Sep 2013 63,460 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2012 61,158 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 58,666 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 56,132 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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G15 LNY is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 G15 LNY, 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 G15 LNY registered?

G15 LNY is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 11 June 2007.

Is G15 LNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for G15 LNY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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