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BU07 ZDC

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

191,317 mi
Last recorded191,317 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU07 ZDC
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 191,317 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Oct 2024 185,814 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin ALL PADS (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2023 178,032 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 170,729 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 163,270 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 154,361 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 148,917 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Apr 2019 148,917 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 145,448 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2017 141,497 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 136,230 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Apr 2015 127,929 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 97,078 miles

Front brake discs are heavily corroded on inner face.

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 66,173 miles

brake pad warning light on dash but all pads look ok

Pass 8 Mar 2012 56,578 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 45,384 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 34,455 miles

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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BU07 ZDC is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 BU07 ZDC, 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 BU07 ZDC registered?

BU07 ZDC is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 14 March 2007.

Is BU07 ZDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU07 ZDC shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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