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AV07 EXM

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

154,360 mi
Last recorded154,360 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV07 EXM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2021 154,360 miles

Offside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2020 150,004 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 143,963 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 140,501 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 24 May 2018 140,501 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2017 132,949 miles
Fail 20 May 2017 132,949 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 123,601 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 114,278 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 105,324 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 99,286 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 91,799 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 86,270 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 86,265 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 75,605 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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AV07 EXM is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AV07 EXM, 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 AV07 EXM registered?

AV07 EXM is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 19 March 2007.

Is AV07 EXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV07 EXM shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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