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GU57 AJX

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2024
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

216,917 mi
Last recorded216,917 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU57 AJX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2023 216,917 miles

Nearside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

under body and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 22 Dec 2022 216,682 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested offside and nearside (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

under body and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 18 Dec 2021 210,093 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2021 204,003 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2020 196,565 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both slight wear (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Fail 6 Jan 2020 196,565 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both slight wear (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Dec 2018 187,635 miles

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

undertrays fitted

Fail 14 Dec 2018 187,635 miles

Nearside Front Outer Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Jan 2018 183,914 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2018 183,902 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2016 163,673 miles

both rear tyres on limits

fault on offside rear light

nearside front tyre close to limit

Pass 16 Oct 2015 151,530 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2015 151,530 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2014 133,542 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 101,698 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2013 101,107 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2012 54,910 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 54,733 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2011 23,825 miles

plastic covers prevent examination of floor and outer sill panels

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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GU57 AJX is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 GU57 AJX, 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 GU57 AJX registered?

GU57 AJX is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 8 November 2007.

Is GU57 AJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU57 AJX shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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