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FP07 ZKL

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

165,831 mi
Last recorded165,831 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP07 ZKL
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 165,831 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2025 157,635 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Jan 2025 157,635 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft likely to become detached (6.1.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2024 152,550 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 143,497 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 134,098 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 127,092 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 116,707 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 108,676 miles

engine under trays fitted

rear registration plate delaminated and deteriorated

slight grease around c.v. boot on rear both

slight wear on both rear tyres on inner edge

Fail 21 Dec 2018 108,676 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

engine under trays fitted

rear registration plate delaminated and deteriorated

slight grease around c.v. boot on rear both

slight wear on both rear tyres on inner edge

Pass 20 Dec 2017 102,798 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly JUDDERING (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 99,867 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Dec 2016 99,867 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 97,285 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 91,379 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2014 91,379 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 Dec 2013 85,340 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 4 Jan 2013 68,177 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 66,753 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 64,179 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2010 62,936 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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FP07 ZKL is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 FP07 ZKL, 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 FP07 ZKL registered?

FP07 ZKL is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 18 May 2007.

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