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GV57 HPL

2007 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,950 mi
Last recorded97,950 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV57 HPL
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2019 97,950 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Jun 2018 96,351 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 94,211 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 94,202 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jun 2016 92,418 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 82,829 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Mar 2014 72,685 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 19 Mar 2014 72,685 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Feb 2013 58,891 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 58,890 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 44,488 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 44,488 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

HID washers inop

Pass 10 Jan 2012 44,488 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 44,488 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 41,125 miles

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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GV57 HPL is a 2007 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GV57 HPL, 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 GV57 HPL?

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What year was GV57 HPL registered?

GV57 HPL is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is GV57 HPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV57 HPL shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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