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VE07 JVM

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

161,810 mi
Last recorded161,810 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE07 JVM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2020 161,810 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 156,844 miles

under trays

Fail 14 May 2019 156,844 miles

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

under trays

Pass 8 Jun 2018 154,518 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside and offside (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2017 154,199 miles

Oil leak ()

under trays fitted

Fail 10 Jun 2017 154,199 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 20 May 2016 152,755 miles

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

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

engine cover and undertrays fitted obscuring view

Fail 2 May 2015 151,041 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2015 151,041 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Mar 2014 143,253 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 132,967 miles

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 1 Jun 2011 128,645 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 105,898 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 19 May 2010 105,898 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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VE07 JVM is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VE07 JVM, 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

How do I check the history of VE07 JVM?

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What year was VE07 JVM registered?

VE07 JVM is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 31 May 2007.

Is VE07 JVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE07 JVM shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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