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AK07 FKS

2007 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

318,278 mi
Last recorded318,278 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK07 FKS
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 318,278 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2026 318,193 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 306,515 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2025 306,504 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Apr 2024 295,894 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 285,445 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 275,052 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 267,048 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 261,075 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 252,870 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 245,330 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 237,887 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 230,869 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 218,447 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 204,639 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 191,924 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 179,533 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 170,753 miles

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

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

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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AK07 FKS is a 2007 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AK07 FKS, 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 AK07 FKS registered?

AK07 FKS is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 27 March 2007.

Is AK07 FKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK07 FKS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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