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KB57 PFV

2007 BMW 520

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

163,743 mi
Last recorded163,743 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB57 PFV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2017 163,743 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 152,391 miles

Nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 8 Mar 2016 152,388 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 17 Mar 2015 138,101 miles

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

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

brake pad warning light on

Pass 9 Nov 2013 122,098 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 5 Nov 2013 122,098 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 112,431 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 98,209 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 79,271 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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KB57 PFV is a 2007 BMW 520 in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 KB57 PFV, 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.

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What year was KB57 PFV registered?

KB57 PFV is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 7 December 2007.

Is KB57 PFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KB57 PFV shows 9 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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