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W1 EES

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

65,919 mi
Last recorded65,919 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW1 EES
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 65,919 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 65,898 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 65,870 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 65,844 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 65,820 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2020 65,820 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 65,757 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 65,288 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 64,980 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2017 64,980 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 63,550 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 62,060 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 60,463 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 58,337 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 55,628 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 53,698 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 51,355 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 51,355 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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W1 EES is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W1 EES, 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 W1 EES?

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What year was W1 EES registered?

W1 EES is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is W1 EES safe to buy?

The MOT history for W1 EES shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W1 EES have outstanding finance?

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