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VN07 ZLE

2007 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

193,039 mi
Last recorded193,039 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN07 ZLE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2023 193,039 miles

Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2023 193,039 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 185,310 miles

Brake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2022 185,310 miles

Brake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 178,791 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 172,080 miles

under trays fitted obscuring view to some under body components

Fail 26 Mar 2020 172,080 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

under trays fitted obscuring view to some under body components

Pass 25 Mar 2019 163,567 miles

under trays fitted obscuring view to some under body components

Fail 25 Mar 2019 163,566 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

under trays fitted obscuring view to some under body components

Pass 26 Mar 2018 153,318 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 153,315 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2017 142,592 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi attatchment (7.1.2)

engine cover fitted obscuring view to some engine bay components

under trays fitted obscuring view to some under body components

Fail 24 Mar 2017 142,387 miles

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi attatchment (7.1.2)

engine cover fitted obscuring view to some engine bay components

under trays fitted obscuring view to some under body components

Pass 26 Mar 2016 130,603 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 119,009 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 28 Apr 2014 105,984 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2013 94,140 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Apr 2012 81,287 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 4 May 2011 69,488 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 52,450 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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VN07 ZLE is a 2007 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 VN07 ZLE, 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 VN07 ZLE registered?

VN07 ZLE is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 11 April 2007.

Is VN07 ZLE safe to buy?

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