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EF07 ZZH

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

147,082 mi
Last recorded147,082 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF07 ZZH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2018 147,082 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Apr 2018 147,082 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 214,336 miles

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

collision damage on front splitter

Pass 25 Apr 2016 124,276 miles

clutch worn

Fail 22 Apr 2016 124,276 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

clutch worn

Pass 16 Apr 2015 110,647 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

smoke test not done no reading

Pass 22 Apr 2014 102,145 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Apr 2014 102,144 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2013 94,180 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Aug 2012 87,251 miles

offside front bumper slightly damaged

tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp on

Fail 11 Aug 2012 87,242 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)

offside front bumper slightly damaged

tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp on

Fail 11 Aug 2011 70,840 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 70,840 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 51,581 miles

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

both rear tyres wearing close to limit

child seat fitted to nearside rear (adult belt not checked)

front brake discs slightly worn

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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EF07 ZZH 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 64.3%.

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 EF07 ZZH, 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 EF07 ZZH registered?

EF07 ZZH is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 12 July 2007.

Is EF07 ZZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF07 ZZH shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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