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DK07 VOU

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

199,872 mi
Last recorded199,872 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK07 VOU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2020 199,872 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Under trays fitted

Pass 12 Feb 2019 198,577 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2019 198,752 miles

Exhaust system insecure front pipe clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from transmission diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 185,563 miles

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

Offside Rear Coolant leak ()

Offside Rear Outer Constant velocity joint/boot deteriorated but not allowing ingress of dirt

Oil leak differential ()

Oil leak engine ()

Fail 6 Feb 2018 185,563 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Coolant leak ()

Offside Rear Outer Constant velocity joint/boot deteriorated but not allowing ingress of dirt

Oil leak differential ()

Oil leak engine ()

Pass 14 Feb 2017 173,731 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 163,455 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 146,458 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 123,974 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 102,191 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 74,150 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 43,497 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 29,717 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 29,715 miles

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

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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DK07 VOU is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DK07 VOU, 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 DK07 VOU registered?

DK07 VOU is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 1 March 2007.

Is DK07 VOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK07 VOU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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