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FR07 EWF

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

149,435 mi
Last recorded149,435 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR07 EWF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2025 149,435 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 144,767 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 140,324 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 136,237 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 131,520 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 122,624 miles

Offside Rear tyre outer wall edge cracking.

Pass 7 Mar 2018 114,976 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 108,796 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 102,584 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 96,242 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 88,948 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 71,248 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 71,248 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2012 50,042 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 26,477 miles

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

front brake discs are worn

Pass 26 Feb 2010 15,913 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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FR07 EWF is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 FR07 EWF, 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

How do I check the history of FR07 EWF?

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What year was FR07 EWF registered?

FR07 EWF is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 1 March 2007.

Is FR07 EWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR07 EWF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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