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FE07 VYG

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

163,404 mi
Last recorded163,404 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE07 VYG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 163,404 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2026 163,390 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Apr 2025 151,485 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 147,746 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 140,960 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 132,696 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 125,540 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 120,828 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 115,368 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 107,486 miles

Engine cover fitted obscuring some engine bay components

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

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

Under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jul 2017 99,340 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some engine bay components

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jul 2016 90,930 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 87,157 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jul 2014 79,660 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jul 2013 72,106 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 63,068 miles

reading on emmissions smoke test too low to register

Pass 7 Jul 2011 53,116 miles

unable to see front and rear inner brake pad thickness

Pass 15 Jul 2010 43,861 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 32,047 miles

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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FE07 VYG is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 FE07 VYG, 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 FE07 VYG registered?

FE07 VYG is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 15 March 2007.

Is FE07 VYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE07 VYG shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FE07 VYG have outstanding finance?

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