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GV57 XDJ

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

220,587 mi
Last recorded220,587 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV57 XDJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2020 220,587 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 253,443 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2019 253,443 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 227,584 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2018 227,584 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 202,914 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2017 201,888 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 162,173 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

offside & nearside front tyres heavily worn on inner & outer shoulders

Pass 12 Sep 2015 142,884 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2015 142,884 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2014 121,195 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2013 106,704 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2012 91,193 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 91,193 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 75,231 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 52,292 miles

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 XDJ is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 XDJ, 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 XDJ registered?

GV57 XDJ is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 1 November 2007.

Is GV57 XDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV57 XDJ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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