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GL07 UJD

2007 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

100,974 mi
Last recorded100,974 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL07 UJD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 100,974 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 93,224 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 90,206 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2024 90,206 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2023 87,967 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 84,937 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 78,355 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2021 78,354 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 73,866 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 69,414 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 63,826 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 57,848 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 57,848 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 51,050 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 44,137 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 38,717 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 32,075 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 26,436 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 21,492 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 16,499 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 UJD is a 2007 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 GL07 UJD, 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 GL07 UJD registered?

GL07 UJD is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 4 July 2007.

Is GL07 UJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL07 UJD shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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