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GR07 CDN

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

138,560 mi
Last recorded138,560 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR07 CDN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2023 138,560 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2023 138,357 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Aug 2022 126,784 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 112,708 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 104,390 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2020 104,390 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 99,287 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 95,370 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2018 95,356 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 93,539 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 89,782 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 86,800 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyre outer wall have cracks no ply cord exposed at time of inspection advise change tyres asap

Pass 14 Aug 2014 84,079 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2013 80,704 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 74,676 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 71,473 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 71,441 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 26 Apr 2010 60,718 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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GR07 CDN is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GR07 CDN, 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 GR07 CDN registered?

GR07 CDN is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 7 June 2007.

Is GR07 CDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR07 CDN shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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