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GL57 EXE

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

202,790 mi
Last recorded202,790 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 EXE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2019 202,790 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 188,773 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 167,225 miles

all 4 tyres wearing to edge.

Pass 3 Dec 2016 143,551 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2016 143,549 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

covers & trays fitted

Pass 25 Nov 2015 129,298 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2015 129,298 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 118,428 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 103,724 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 91,586 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 91,586 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 82,956 miles

covers fitted.both rear tyres tread low

Pass 9 Nov 2010 67,133 miles

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

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

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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GL57 EXE is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GL57 EXE, 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

How do I check the history of GL57 EXE?

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What year was GL57 EXE registered?

GL57 EXE is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 4 December 2007.

Is GL57 EXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL57 EXE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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