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B2 PLA

2007 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

125,042 mi
Last recorded125,042 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB2 PLA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2024 125,042 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2024 125,042 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2023 119,217 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 118,078 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 117,916 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 116,780 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 113,007 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 107,117 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 107,117 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 100,745 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 93,470 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 93,435 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2013 81,827 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 81,827 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 79,710 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 75,001 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 56,299 miles

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

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

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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B2 PLA is a 2007 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 B2 PLA, 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 B2 PLA registered?

B2 PLA is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 21 May 2007.

Is B2 PLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B2 PLA shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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