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GJ57 KVO

2007 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

170,077 mi
Last recorded170,077 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ57 KVO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 2 Apr 2024 170,077 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 160,091 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 158,188 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 158,022 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2019 158,022 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 147,509 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 140,299 miles

engine bay and undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2016 132,906 miles

oil leak

Fail 30 Mar 2016 132,906 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2015 124,110 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2014 110,253 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 89,325 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 89,325 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 79,021 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 68,173 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 56,055 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 28 Sep 2010 56,055 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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GJ57 KVO is a 2007 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 GJ57 KVO, 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 GJ57 KVO registered?

GJ57 KVO is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is GJ57 KVO safe to buy?

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