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GP57 LJE

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

170,591 mi
Last recorded170,591 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP57 LJE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2017 170,591 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 170,591 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 170,591 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 164,372 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint both sides (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 156,608 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 148,157 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jan 2013 135,130 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2012 107,632 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jan 2012 107,632 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2010 79,048 miles

Nearside 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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GP57 LJE is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GP57 LJE, 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 GP57 LJE registered?

GP57 LJE is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 27 December 2007.

Is GP57 LJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP57 LJE shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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