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GV57 LHG

2007 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

222,004 mi
Last recorded222,004 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV57 LHG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2019 222,004 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

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 WORN ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2018 210,934 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 199,624 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 177,841 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 156,103 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 156,103 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 135,122 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 111,309 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Nov 2011 87,686 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 2 Nov 2010 74,092 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

exhaust rear silencer poorly mounted

n/s/f brakepad wear wire unclipped from pad

rear discs corroded from standing

Pass 2 Nov 2010 74,092 miles

exhaust rear silencer poorly mounted

n/s/f brakepad wear wire unclipped from pad

rear discs corroded from standing

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 LHG is a 2007 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GV57 LHG, 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 GV57 LHG registered?

GV57 LHG is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 8 November 2007.

Is GV57 LHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV57 LHG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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