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BG07 URA

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

302,430 mi
Last recorded302,430 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG07 URA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2018 302,430 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 302,429 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

steering lock light illuminated

Pass 14 Jul 2017 172,977 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 172,881 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2016 151,764 miles

unable to open bonnet

Pass 12 Jun 2015 136,367 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Jun 2015 136,367 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 May 2014 119,272 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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 30 May 2014 119,272 miles

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 31 May 2013 102,495 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 85,759 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 68,772 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 55,639 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 55,639 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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BG07 URA is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 BG07 URA, 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

How do I check the history of BG07 URA?

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What year was BG07 URA registered?

BG07 URA is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 23 May 2007.

Is BG07 URA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG07 URA shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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