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CN07 OSU

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

171,949 mi
Last recorded171,949 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN07 OSU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 171,949 miles

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

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 170,482 miles

under trays fitted restricting general view of some underside components

Pass 18 Jun 2020 167,521 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 163,747 miles

slight play o/s rack end

Pass 14 Jun 2018 157,306 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 150,233 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 143,023 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2015 135,224 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 126,651 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 126,651 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 121,096 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 121,096 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 116,344 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 110,109 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2010 98,979 miles

nsf jacking point block missing

plastic gaurds fitted all over vehicle making inspection difficult and near impossible in parts

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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CN07 OSU is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 CN07 OSU, 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

How do I check the history of CN07 OSU?

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What year was CN07 OSU registered?

CN07 OSU is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 29 June 2007.

Is CN07 OSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CN07 OSU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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