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GP07 ZNK

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

179,844 mi
Last recorded179,844 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP07 ZNK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2022 179,844 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 174,584 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 5 Feb 2020 168,785 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 141,770 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 116,720 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 116,681 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 10 May 2016 84,508 miles

front and rear brake discs corroded

Fail 10 May 2016 84,508 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

front and rear brake discs corroded

Pass 19 May 2015 65,920 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 38,211 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 38,211 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 May 2013 32,185 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Fail 31 May 2013 32,185 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 27,754 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 16 May 2011 20,612 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 May 2010 16,918 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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GP07 ZNK is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GP07 ZNK, 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 GP07 ZNK registered?

GP07 ZNK is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 1 June 2007.

Is GP07 ZNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP07 ZNK shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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