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EF57 XZD

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

199,090 mi
Last recorded199,090 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF57 XZD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2017 199,090 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 185,657 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2015 174,894 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 174,894 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 161,546 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

OSF tyre damage to outer side wall - no cords seen

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 144,837 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

OS handbrake requires adjustment

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2012 126,254 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 117,401 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Dec 2010 96,413 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2010 96,413 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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EF57 XZD is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EF57 XZD, 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 EF57 XZD registered?

EF57 XZD is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 14 December 2007.

Is EF57 XZD safe to buy?

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Does EF57 XZD have outstanding finance?

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