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BN07 BVA

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

104,328 mi
Last recorded104,328 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN07 BVA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2021 104,328 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f & o/s/f (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2021 104,323 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f & o/s/f (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 91,910 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2019 85,948 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2019 85,913 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop link joint. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Warning Light wont go out on dash panel. (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 75,159 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 70,090 miles

Emissions read 0.08

Pass 24 Oct 2016 65,548 miles

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

both front tyres cracking in tread depths.

Pass 21 Oct 2015 55,048 miles

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 20 Oct 2014 49,720 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 43,556 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 40,714 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 38,642 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 32,227 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 27,071 miles

nearside and offside front tyres worn on inner and outer edges replacement advise

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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BN07 BVA is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BN07 BVA, 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 BN07 BVA registered?

BN07 BVA is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 2 March 2007.

Is BN07 BVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN07 BVA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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