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GL07 PFA

2007 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

136,638 mi
Last recorded136,638 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL07 PFA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 136,638 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2025 124,843 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 121,054 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 7 Sep 2024 121,003 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Aug 2023 115,397 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated cv boot leaking grease slightly but still preventing ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 23 Aug 2023 115,326 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated cv boot leaking grease slightly but still preventing ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2022 108,474 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 95,155 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2020 79,454 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 75,378 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 69,997 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 64,063 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 58,814 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 58,804 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 52,907 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 45,934 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 39,243 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 34,640 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 30,052 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 24,776 miles

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

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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GL07 PFA is a 2007 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 GL07 PFA, 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 GL07 PFA registered?

GL07 PFA is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 28 June 2007.

Is GL07 PFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL07 PFA shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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