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GJ57 YFD

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

103,851 mi
Last recorded103,851 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ57 YFD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2023 103,851 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2022 166,852 miles

Handbrake Requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Nearside & Offside Front Brake Discs scored/pitted

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 152,174 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 92,899 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2020 92,899 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 89,602 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2018 84,345 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2016 78,004 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2015 71,001 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 66,072 miles

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

Noise on exhaust

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

Pass 15 Oct 2013 54,490 miles

small cut near side front tyre tread

Pass 29 Oct 2012 47,936 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 44,574 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2011 44,572 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 41,412 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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GJ57 YFD 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 86.7%.

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 GJ57 YFD, 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.

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What year was GJ57 YFD registered?

GJ57 YFD is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 6 November 2007.

Is GJ57 YFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ57 YFD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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