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VO56 VPR

2007 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

137,662 mi
Last recorded137,662 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO56 VPR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2020 137,662 miles

Front tyres getting low

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear tyres on limit of 1.6mm

Pass 21 May 2019 122,476 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2018 114,186 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2017 111,704 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 107,429 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 103,172 miles

child seat fitted

engine covers and under covers fitted obscuring view

Pass 24 Nov 2014 98,629 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Nov 2014 98,629 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Nov 2013 90,734 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2012 85,002 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2012 85,002 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2011 76,128 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 66,778 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2010 56,869 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2010 56,869 miles

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

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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VO56 VPR is a 2007 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VO56 VPR, 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 VO56 VPR registered?

VO56 VPR is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 13 January 2007.

Is VO56 VPR safe to buy?

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