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GR07 VTT

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

175,823 mi
Last recorded175,823 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 175,823 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective OSF/NSF (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 169,997 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2023 164,591 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2022 157,983 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 152,141 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 146,406 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2019 126,274 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Aug 2018 110,201 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 102,663 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 95,469 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 89,023 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 82,047 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 74,838 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Aug 2012 67,981 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 58,965 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 45,059 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 45,036 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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 VTT is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 VTT, 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 VTT registered?

GR07 VTT is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 18 July 2007.

Is GR07 VTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR07 VTT shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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