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DS07 LUZ

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

175,183 mi
Last recorded175,183 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS07 LUZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2020 175,183 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 169,922 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 162,624 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 148,753 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 138,942 miles

cill, engine and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Fail 10 Mar 2016 138,942 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

cill, engine and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 17 Mar 2015 123,938 miles

rear brake discs slighty corroded

Pass 23 Jul 2014 116,544 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 103,959 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 88,255 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 73,206 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 51,029 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 51,029 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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DS07 LUZ is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DS07 LUZ, 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 DS07 LUZ registered?

DS07 LUZ is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 28 June 2007.

Is DS07 LUZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS07 LUZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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