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AF17 VPV

2017 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

88,815 mi
Last recorded88,815 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 52059,488 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF17 VPV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 88,815 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 81,584 miles

COVERS & UNDER TRAYS OBSCURING ITEMS

NSR SUSPENSION AIR SPRING BELLOW DETERIORATED & "SUSPECT" MINOR LEAKAGE

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SLIGHTLY PERISHED 2019 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

OSR SUSPENSION AIR SPRING BELLOW DETERIORATED & "SUSPECT" MINOR LEAKAGE

Pass 23 Feb 2024 75,111 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 68,729 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2023 68,527 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 60,314 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 49,006 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 41,901 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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AF17 VPV is a 2017 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 59,488 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 AF17 VPV, 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 9 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF17 VPV?

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What year was AF17 VPV registered?

AF17 VPV is a 2017 BMW 520, first registered on 22 March 2017.

Is AF17 VPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF17 VPV 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.

Does AF17 VPV have outstanding finance?

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