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CA07 MKL

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

157,645 mi
Last recorded157,645 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA07 MKL
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2024 157,645 miles

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 131,979 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2023 131,973 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 128,893 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Jun 2022 128,883 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 127,007 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 123,432 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 121,403 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 119,902 miles

Sound deadening material not fully secure under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 117,496 miles

Front number plate deteriorating

Pass 1 Jul 2016 115,725 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 113,606 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 110,150 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

number plate lamps dull

Pass 6 Jun 2013 106,910 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jun 2012 102,099 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 102,099 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 96,636 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 3 Jun 2010 74,009 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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CA07 MKL is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 CA07 MKL, 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 CA07 MKL registered?

CA07 MKL is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 27 June 2007.

Is CA07 MKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA07 MKL shows 18 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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