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SL57 DYJ

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

124,549 mi
Last recorded124,549 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL57 DYJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2023 124,549 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2023 124,549 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 118,335 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 114,888 miles

Nearside Front Upper Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 112,543 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 109,354 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 106,200 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 94,942 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Nov 2016 85,957 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2015 74,315 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 69,887 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Nov 2013 57,314 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 45,804 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 31,419 miles

handbrake lever nearing end of travel

Fail 11 Nov 2011 31,419 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Oct 2010 24,862 miles

cuts between tread blocks on all tyres and front tyres worn on edges

Pass 23 Aug 2010 24,812 miles

both front tyres wearing at both edges of tread and wearing close to limit

front brake discs worn

front brake pads wearing low

nearside rear tyre wearing close to limit

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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SL57 DYJ is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 SL57 DYJ, 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 SL57 DYJ registered?

SL57 DYJ is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 7 September 2007.

Is SL57 DYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL57 DYJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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