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A12 TNE

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

177,097 mi
Last recorded177,097 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 TNE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2016 177,097 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 164,602 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn on outer edge

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

Offside Front Antiroll link slightly bent

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 155,270 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jul 2013 132,094 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 104,079 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

zero emmisions

Pass 20 Jul 2011 73,020 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 40,474 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 40,474 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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A12 TNE is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 A12 TNE, 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 A12 TNE registered?

A12 TNE is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 5 September 2007.

Is A12 TNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 TNE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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