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WF57 CFJ

2007 BMW 520

Bronze Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

299,101 mi
Last recorded299,101 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF57 CFJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2024 299,101 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 288,517 miles

diff corroded

Pass 27 Jan 2022 285,249 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 281,730 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 277,656 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 256,450 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 236,894 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2018 236,894 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2017 223,453 miles

both front tyres wearing unevenly on inner edges

Pass 30 Jan 2016 207,472 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 185,041 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 155,654 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 123,293 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2012 89,778 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 56,726 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 22,429 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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WF57 CFJ is a 2007 BMW 520 in Bronze with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 WF57 CFJ, 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 WF57 CFJ registered?

WF57 CFJ is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 11 October 2007.

Is WF57 CFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF57 CFJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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