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GV57 LHO

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

167,790 mi
Last recorded167,790 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV57 LHO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2019 167,790 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 155,515 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 151,967 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 144,642 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 135,597 miles

engine under cover fitted abstracting items from check

gear box oil leak

Pass 17 Oct 2014 127,955 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2013 118,406 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2012 107,424 miles

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

all tyres worn close to limit

Pass 16 Oct 2012 107,424 miles

all tyres worn close to limit

Pass 29 Sep 2011 100,782 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 77,558 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 77,558 miles

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

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 LHO is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LHO, 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 LHO?

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What year was GV57 LHO registered?

GV57 LHO is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 10 October 2007.

Is GV57 LHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV57 LHO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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