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VK57 FOV

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

180,139 mi
Last recorded180,139 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK57 FOV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2019 180,139 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2018 169,874 miles

Nearside Rear 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 17 Mar 2017 158,380 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2016 153,433 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 145,708 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2015 145,708 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 138,138 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 126,364 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 113,336 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 98,356 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 93,552 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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VK57 FOV is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VK57 FOV, 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 VK57 FOV registered?

VK57 FOV is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 4 October 2007.

Is VK57 FOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK57 FOV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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