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J7 PDO

2008 BMW 520D M Sport Auto

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

213,686 mi
Last recorded213,686 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ7 PDO
MakeBMW
Model520D M Sport Auto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 213,686 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 202,167 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2024 202,153 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2023 200,259 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2023
Pass 20 Mar 2022 184,324 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2022 184,144 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 171,579 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 151,799 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 134,160 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 520D M Sport Auto?

Based on 11,688 MOT tests across 3,454 vehicles.

87.0%
Pass Rate
9,605
Miles/Year
3,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 1
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 1
Fuel system component leaking 1
registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font 1
Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' 1
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J7 PDO is a 2008 BMW 520D M Sport Auto in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a BMW 520D M Sport Auto fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, accounting for 1 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J7 PDO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was J7 PDO registered?

J7 PDO is a 2008 BMW 520D M Sport Auto, first registered on 16 April 2008.

Is J7 PDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J7 PDO shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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