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KA57 WVN

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

176,267 mi
Last recorded176,267 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKA57 WVN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2018 176,267 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2018 170,727 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

under-trays fitted

Pass 8 Feb 2017 165,081 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2017 165,081 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Jan 2016 138,298 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 116,304 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 8 Jan 2015 116,253 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front 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 7 Feb 2014 94,903 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 91,237 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 81,936 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 74,729 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 66,980 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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KA57 WVN is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KA57 WVN, 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 KA57 WVN registered?

KA57 WVN is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 21 December 2007.

Is KA57 WVN safe to buy?

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