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AX07 DCO

2007 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

163,048 mi
Last recorded163,048 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX07 DCO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2018 163,048 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 May 2017 155,513 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 152,464 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 152,464 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 146,732 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 143,232 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Jul 2013 129,232 miles

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

Fail 12 Jul 2013 129,232 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 118,196 miles

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 102,110 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 102,110 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 82,685 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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AX07 DCO is a 2007 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AX07 DCO, 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 AX07 DCO registered?

AX07 DCO is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 6 July 2007.

Is AX07 DCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX07 DCO shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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