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GD07 HDF

2007 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

158,197 mi
Last recorded158,197 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2016
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD07 HDF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2016 158,197 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2016 158,197 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on edges

Pass 30 Dec 2015 149,700 miles

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering rack inner tie rod (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 140,512 miles

Coolant leak from front of engine

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

N/S/F Dipped beam too far right

N/S/R door don't open from inside

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 135,978 miles

Nearside rear tyre starting to perish

Fail 30 Jul 2012 130,972 miles

Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Bonnet retaining device insecure (8.4.2)

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2012 130,972 miles

Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 120,020 miles

Bit of a clonk in steering rack but no excess play

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2010 84,600 miles

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

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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GD07 HDF is a 2007 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GD07 HDF, 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 GD07 HDF registered?

GD07 HDF is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 18 July 2007.

Is GD07 HDF safe to buy?

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