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BX07 EZK

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

169,006 mi
Last recorded169,006 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX07 EZK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2025 169,006 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front side light defective - flickers on start

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front + rear (0.1 (b))

under tray fitted

Fail 7 Jan 2025 169,006 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front side light defective - flickers on start

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front + rear (0.1 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

under tray fitted

Pass 9 Jan 2024 160,677 miles

Offside Front suspension arm bush

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2024 160,676 miles

Headlamp aim too low both side front (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Window in an unacceptable condition all (3.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front suspension arm bush

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 151,090 miles

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

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2021 144,314 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2021 144,314 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2021 137,161 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 121,998 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front All direction indicators slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 107,200 miles

Front bumper slightly loose

Under tray fitted/side sills fitted

Fail 17 Jul 2018 107,200 miles

Front bumper slightly loose

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Under tray fitted/side sills fitted

Pass 7 Sep 2017 102,344 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 96,006 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 86,778 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 79,782 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 71,709 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 71,705 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 63,694 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 49,012 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 36,834 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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BX07 EZK is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BX07 EZK, 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.

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What year was BX07 EZK registered?

BX07 EZK is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 6 March 2007.

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