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BV07 UHF

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

181,882 mi
Last recorded181,882 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV07 UHF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2022 181,882 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 169,318 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 158,327 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2020 158,203 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 146,182 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 115,915 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 103,718 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 90,136 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 90,128 miles

Front Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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)

reccommend alignment check when new tres are fitted due to tyre where

Pass 31 Jan 2012 77,907 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2011 65,793 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 53,114 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)

front registration plate deteriorated

undertray fitted not allowing full inspection

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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BV07 UHF is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 BV07 UHF, 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 BV07 UHF registered?

BV07 UHF is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 9 March 2007.

Is BV07 UHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV07 UHF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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