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AF57 OPX

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

233,626 mi
Last recorded233,626 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF57 OPX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2021 233,626 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 16 Jun 2020 218,145 miles

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2020 218,136 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 209,476 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2018 183,011 miles

Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 149,209 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 9 Jun 2017 149,198 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 2 Jun 2016 106,928 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 106,928 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 105,616 miles

Brake pad warning lamp illuminated

Nearside front tyre wearing heavily on outer edge

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear fog lamp and reversing lamp faults indicated on dashboard, but all lights in working order

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 27 Oct 2015 105,616 miles

Brake pad warning lamp illuminated

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front tyre wearing heavily on outer edge

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear fog lamp and reversing lamp faults indicated on dashboard, but all lights in working order

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 91,325 miles

Brake warning lamp is on

Fail 1 Nov 2014 91,325 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Brake warning lamp is on

Pass 2 Nov 2013 72,619 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

slight oil leak from the rear diff

Pass 8 Oct 2012 53,638 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 37,178 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 33,334 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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AF57 OPX is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 AF57 OPX, 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 AF57 OPX registered?

AF57 OPX is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 6 September 2007.

Is AF57 OPX safe to buy?

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