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G4 DGX

2017 BMW 520

Red Diesel 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

103,941 mi
Last recorded103,941 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW 52059,488 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG4 DGX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 103,941 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2025 99,394 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 84,655 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 96,361 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 65,802 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 86,340 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 47,431 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

third row not checked heavy objects in boot

Fail 12 Dec 2022 47,431 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

third row not checked heavy objects in boot

Pass 17 Sep 2022 79,147 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2021 29,884 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 71,330 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 28,850 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 65,528 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Nov 2020 65,528 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 27,999 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 54,351 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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G4 DGX is a 2017 BMW 520 in Red with a 1,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 59,488 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G4 DGX, 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 9 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G4 DGX registered?

G4 DGX is a 2017 BMW 520, first registered on 13 October 2017.

Is G4 DGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for G4 DGX shows 16 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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