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CX07 XSR

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

123,663 mi
Last recorded123,663 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX07 XSR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 29 Oct 2025 123,663 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/f, o/s/f and n/s/r swollen (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 121,293 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2023 116,046 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 109,781 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on the edges 225/50/17 rft (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2021 102,909 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2020 98,754 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 91,801 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 77,756 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 75,330 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 70,797 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 65,903 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 61,642 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 50,224 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 44,212 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 37,418 miles

rear tyres cracked

Pass 26 Apr 2010 28,848 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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CX07 XSR is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CX07 XSR, 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 CX07 XSR registered?

CX07 XSR is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 26 April 2007.

Is CX07 XSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX07 XSR shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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