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AF07 VUD

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

135,851 mi
Last recorded135,851 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF07 VUD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 135,851 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 127,916 miles

both rear brake hoses slightly deteriorated

Pass 22 Jun 2017 120,444 miles

exhaust rattle

Fail 13 Jun 2017 120,248 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

exhaust rattle

Pass 15 Jun 2016 111,670 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 111,515 miles

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

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

offside rear tyre very close to legal limit

Pass 10 Jun 2015 102,942 miles

both rear tyres close to wear bars

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 6 Jun 2014 93,924 miles

front inner brake pads looking low

nearside rear handbrake effort slightly weak

rear brake pads gedtting low

Fail 12 Jun 2013 84,114 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2013 84,114 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 74,765 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 62,839 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

small cuts on both rear tyres

Pass 2 Sep 2010 56,261 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 46,509 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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AF07 VUD is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VUD, 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 AF07 VUD registered?

AF07 VUD is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 9 March 2007.

Is AF07 VUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF07 VUD shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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