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AF07 KTV

2007 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

157,279 mi
Last recorded157,279 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF07 KTV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2023 157,279 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 2.0 / 2.5mm / Slightly cracked on inner wall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 2.0 / 2.5mm / slightly cracked on inner wall (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 152,933 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Jan 2022 152,933 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 147,013 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 137,255 miles

Nearside 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 10 Apr 2018 129,509 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jan 2017 120,834 miles

ENGINE COVER & UNDER TRAY FITTED

PARKING BRAKE JUST MET THE PASSING SPECS

Pass 26 Feb 2016 117,152 miles

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

offside bonnet latch not fully securing

Pass 23 Feb 2015 112,795 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 104,416 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 89,573 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 75,085 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 58,330 miles

damage to both n/s alloy wheels,leaving sharp edges that may damage tyres

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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AF07 KTV is a 2007 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AF07 KTV, 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.

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What year was AF07 KTV registered?

AF07 KTV is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 1 March 2007.

Is AF07 KTV safe to buy?

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