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WM07 GKJ

2007 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

145,540 mi
Last recorded145,540 miles
Recorded on23 May 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM07 GKJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2017 145,540 miles

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

oil leak rear diff

Pass 13 May 2016 112,515 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 94,366 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

Pass 15 May 2014 74,999 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 71,445 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2013 71,445 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2012 61,439 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 31 Jul 2012 61,439 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Aug 2011 55,790 miles

rear brake pads worn

Pass 18 Aug 2010 43,776 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2010 43,450 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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WM07 GKJ is a 2007 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 WM07 GKJ, 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 WM07 GKJ registered?

WM07 GKJ is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 14 August 2007.

Is WM07 GKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM07 GKJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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