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GJ07 WFT

2007 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

123,237 mi
Last recorded123,237 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ07 WFT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2021 123,237 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 122,907 miles

both front tyres and nearside rear tyres slightly deflated

Pass 11 May 2019 121,530 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2018 119,760 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine management lamp on

Pass 18 May 2017 117,435 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2017 117,246 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 113,070 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 105,958 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Outer Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Apr 2013 95,196 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 95,196 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2012 85,856 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 73,955 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 60,811 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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GJ07 WFT is a 2007 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GJ07 WFT, 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 GJ07 WFT registered?

GJ07 WFT is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 29 March 2007.

Is GJ07 WFT safe to buy?

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