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C18 LRD

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

237,905 mi
Last recorded237,905 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC18 LRD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2017 237,905 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 Dec 2016 227,410 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 220,959 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 217,564 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 188,044 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

no emission print out due to low emissions

Pass 12 Dec 2012 151,896 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)

Fail 12 Dec 2012 151,896 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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 14 Dec 2011 113,239 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 77,389 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2010 41,481 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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C18 LRD is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 C18 LRD, 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 C18 LRD registered?

C18 LRD is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 22 November 2007.

Is C18 LRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C18 LRD shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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