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GP57 DXE

2007 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

131,156 mi
Last recorded131,156 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP57 DXE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 131,156 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 126,544 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2025 126,544 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 126,505 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 124,441 miles

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

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 120,346 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 114,884 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))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. parking brake o/s (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 108,503 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2017 108,503 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 101,133 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2017 101,133 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced both (6.3.4a)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 92,254 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 84,287 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2015 84,287 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 73,485 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 67,554 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2012 61,833 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2012 61,833 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 53,307 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2011 52,825 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Nov 2010 25,981 miles

handbrake needs slight ajustment

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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GP57 DXE is a 2007 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GP57 DXE, 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 GP57 DXE?

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What year was GP57 DXE registered?

GP57 DXE is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 14 November 2007.

Is GP57 DXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP57 DXE shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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