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GL07 PKJ

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

173,562 mi
Last recorded173,562 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL07 PKJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2017 173,562 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 165,811 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside rear wishbone, front bushes (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit offside and nearside rear (4.1.E.1)

child seat fitted to nearside rear

offside number plate flashing

Fail 5 Aug 2016 165,780 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi hose snapped, part of cat and really small. (7.1.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside rear wishbone, front bushes (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit offside and nearside rear (4.1.E.1)

child seat fitted to nearside rear

offside number plate flashing

Pass 9 Jul 2015 157,151 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 146,805 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Jun 2014 146,805 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jan 2014 144,681 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 131,642 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 21 Aug 2012 131,642 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 122,714 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

floor covered by plastic cover

service light on

Pass 14 Jun 2010 109,850 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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GL07 PKJ is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 GL07 PKJ, 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 GL07 PKJ registered?

GL07 PKJ is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 26 June 2007.

Is GL07 PKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL07 PKJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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