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BK07 UBB

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

193,018 mi
Last recorded193,018 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK07 UBB
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2022 193,018 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

sill covers & under trays fitted

Fail 15 Mar 2022 193,018 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

sill covers & under trays fitted

Pass 20 Mar 2021 179,387 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2020 163,303 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 149,432 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019
Pass 8 Mar 2018 138,071 miles

both rear tyres worn inner edge

front discs corroded

Pass 9 Mar 2017 128,101 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 118,591 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 118,591 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 108,679 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2014 98,827 miles

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

f/pads 75% worn . f/discs corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2013 89,348 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 79,274 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 79,274 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 66,786 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 54,527 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 54,527 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

passed emissions,too low to register on test

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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BK07 UBB is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BK07 UBB, 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 BK07 UBB registered?

BK07 UBB is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 26 March 2007.

Is BK07 UBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK07 UBB shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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