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AM07 FGZ

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

199,120 mi
Last recorded199,120 miles
Recorded on5 May 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM07 FGZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2023 199,120 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2022 199,081 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2021 199,062 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 191,463 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 168,994 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 88,456 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

clutch pedal rubber missing

screw in nearside rear tyre

Fail 8 Aug 2014 88,456 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

clutch pedal rubber missing

screw in nearside rear tyre

Pass 16 Aug 2013 77,513 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

clutch pedal rubber missing

Pass 24 Aug 2012 62,140 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 49,451 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 23,309 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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AM07 FGZ is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AM07 FGZ, 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 AM07 FGZ registered?

AM07 FGZ is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 16 August 2007.

Is AM07 FGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM07 FGZ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AM07 FGZ have outstanding finance?

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