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AF57 VWY

2007 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

241,396 mi
Last recorded241,396 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF57 VWY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2019 241,396 miles

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

upper rear suspension bushes worn

Pass 20 Aug 2018 373,775 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside and offside (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 218,244 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 19 Aug 2017 218,244 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 197,049 miles

Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement ALL (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 27 Aug 2015 171,990 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both rear wishbone bushes starting to separate but not resulting in excessive movement

Pass 27 Aug 2015 171,990 miles

both rear wishbone bushes starting to separate but not resulting in excessive movement

Pass 2 Sep 2014 148,706 miles

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Sep 2014 148,706 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front wiper blades worn

Pass 30 Aug 2012 102,971 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 79,787 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2011 79,723 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 68,729 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 68,728 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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 VWY is a 2007 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 VWY, 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 VWY registered?

AF57 VWY is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 3 September 2007.

Is AF57 VWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF57 VWY shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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