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TF07 GZZ

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

184,436 mi
Last recorded184,436 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTF07 GZZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 184,436 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2025 162,735 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 146,914 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2024 146,784 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2023 128,657 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 113,612 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 102,525 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 95,064 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 85,764 miles

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

Undertrays & engine covers fitted obscuring some components from inspection

Fail 8 Dec 2018 85,748 miles

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

Offside Front Stabiliser link rod dust covers deteriorating

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

Undertrays & engine covers fitted obscuring some components from inspection

Pass 6 Dec 2017 81,192 miles

engine bay cover fitted unable to check testable items

under tray fitted unable to check testable items

Fail 5 Dec 2017 81,192 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

engine bay cover fitted unable to check testable items

under tray fitted unable to check testable items

Pass 9 Dec 2016 79,101 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 8 Dec 2016 79,085 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2015 70,985 miles

engine covers& under trays fitted

Pass 17 Nov 2014 67,200 miles

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

both front tyres bold on inner edges

Pass 16 Dec 2013 65,326 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2013 65,326 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

O/S/F tyre cut but not to cords

Pass 13 Nov 2013 65,151 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 59,411 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 59,411 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2012 50,034 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 49,270 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 48,854 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 34,897 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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TF07 GZZ is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 TF07 GZZ, 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 TF07 GZZ registered?

TF07 GZZ is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 11 July 2007.

Is TF07 GZZ safe to buy?

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