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B18 AOO

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

194,465 mi
Last recorded194,465 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB18 AOO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 194,465 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 192,175 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 189,219 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 185,130 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 182,530 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 179,177 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 170,754 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 161,754 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

undertrays fitted not allowing full under vehicle inspection

Fail 28 Jul 2018 161,754 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

undertrays fitted not allowing full under vehicle inspection

Pass 7 Aug 2017 156,627 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 150,498 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 141,366 miles

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

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 17 Jul 2014 136,024 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2014 136,024 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2013 128,279 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 112,472 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 112,472 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 102,906 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 95,157 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 108,127 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 106,355 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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)

front tyres worn low on inner edges

n/s/r handbrake effort low

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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B18 AOO is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 B18 AOO, 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 B18 AOO registered?

B18 AOO is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 8 May 2007.

Is B18 AOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for B18 AOO shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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