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T24 JNK

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

90,434 mi
Last recorded90,434 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT24 JNK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 90,434 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 85,813 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 80,446 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 74,989 miles

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both nearside rear upper (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both offside rear upper (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2022 74,989 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both nearside rear upper (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both offside rear upper (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 70,764 miles

all brake discs are lipped rear brake pads 50% worn

brake flexible hoses slightly deteriorated

fuel cap strap broken

hand brake travel high

various oil leaks

Fail 11 Oct 2021 70,764 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

all brake discs are lipped rear brake pads 50% worn

all tyres perished, o/s/f 4 mm n/s/r 2 mm ,o/s/r 3 mm (the legal limit is 1.6mm)

brake flexible hoses slightly deteriorated

front and rear number plates deteriorate

fuel cap strap broken

hand brake travel high

various oil leaks

Pass 29 Jul 2020 65,421 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2020 65,421 miles

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

tyre pressure warning light on at time of test

Pass 2 Oct 2019 59,096 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 54,261 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 54,261 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 48,460 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2016 41,398 miles

Both rear tyres worn badly on inner edges.

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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)

Under-trays fitted.

Pass 21 Sep 2015 33,117 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 26,730 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

child seats fitted to rear seats

Pass 13 Sep 2013 22,542 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Sep 2012 13,315 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2011 10,118 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 10,118 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 7,592 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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T24 JNK is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2007 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 110,264 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 T24 JNK, 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 T24 JNK registered?

T24 JNK is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 27 September 2007.

Is T24 JNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for T24 JNK shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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