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DA57 CFP

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

211,068 mi
Last recorded211,068 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA57 CFP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2021 211,068 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2021 211,005 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 200,509 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 199,711 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 191,589 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

brake pad warning light on

Fail 30 Jun 2017 191,563 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm run flat 245/40r18 93y (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

brake pad warning light on

Pass 22 Jun 2016 173,864 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 173,864 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 139,023 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 117,515 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 94,667 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 94,666 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 76,016 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 51,865 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 44,125 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)

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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DA57 CFP 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 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DA57 CFP, 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 DA57 CFP registered?

DA57 CFP is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 26 November 2007.

Is DA57 CFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA57 CFP shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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