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996 BAN

2007 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

141,477 mi
Last recorded141,477 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration996 BAN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 141,477 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2024 136,700 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2023 136,003 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 130,611 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 126,732 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2020 123,670 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 120,450 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 113,819 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 101,833 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 89,522 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 74,031 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s and o/s (4.1.E.1)

nail in n/s/r tyre

Pass 11 Aug 2014 66,143 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 58,734 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 51,365 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 41,717 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 34,500 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2010 34,500 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

advise replacement of n/s and o/s front tyres pluss wheel alignment be carried out

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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996 BAN is a 2007 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 996 BAN, 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 996 BAN registered?

996 BAN is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 1 October 2007.

Is 996 BAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for 996 BAN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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