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GP07 WXB

2007 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

133,763 mi
Last recorded133,763 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP07 WXB
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 133,763 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Apr 2026 133,759 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50/17 run flat (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2025 129,491 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2024 125,194 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 121,809 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 116,275 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 111,700 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 108,258 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt not tested child seat fitted

Fail 24 Jul 2020 108,258 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not tested child seat fitted

Pass 28 Jun 2019 103,013 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 103,013 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Electrical wiring connectors for braking disconnected (4.11 (a) (iii))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 97,013 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 88,479 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 81,443 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 81,443 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 74,495 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 74,495 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2015 74,438 miles

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

little reserve travel on park brake lever

Pass 27 May 2014 69,432 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 60,617 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 51,274 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2011 42,239 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Apr 2010 36,323 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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GP07 WXB is a 2007 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 GP07 WXB, 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 GP07 WXB registered?

GP07 WXB is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 4 June 2007.

Is GP07 WXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP07 WXB shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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