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KA57 FJD

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

122,981 mi
Last recorded122,981 miles
Recorded on26 May 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKA57 FJD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 May 2022 122,981 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 8 Jun 2021 115,393 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 115,393 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 109,201 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2020 109,199 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 102,633 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 98,963 miles

Oil leak on engine & gearbox ()

Fail 23 Apr 2018 98,963 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak on engine & gearbox ()

Pass 8 May 2017 97,136 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 94,797 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 94,797 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 93,126 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2014 87,133 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2014 87,133 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2013 78,497 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 70,925 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Dec 2011 63,446 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 54,977 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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KA57 FJD is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 KA57 FJD, 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 KA57 FJD?

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What year was KA57 FJD registered?

KA57 FJD is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 22 December 2007.

Is KA57 FJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KA57 FJD shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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