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KE07 JGJ

2007 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2020
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

138,014 mi
Last recorded138,014 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE07 JGJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2019 138,014 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2019 138,010 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Sep 2018 133,216 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 133,216 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam Both sides. (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 126,160 miles

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

Fail 3 Aug 2017 126,160 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 117,683 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 117,677 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 May 2015 107,156 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 107,156 miles

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

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 7 May 2014 97,634 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 97,634 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 88,179 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 77,202 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 77,202 miles

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

rear disc worn and liped

Pass 26 Jul 2011 67,140 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 67,140 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 51,681 miles

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

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

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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KE07 JGJ is a 2007 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 KE07 JGJ, 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 KE07 JGJ registered?

KE07 JGJ is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 18 July 2007.

Is KE07 JGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE07 JGJ shows 18 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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