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WG07 TVY

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

181,291 mi
Last recorded181,291 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG07 TVY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2019 181,291 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2019 181,291 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2018 167,183 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 167,183 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 143,941 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2016 122,783 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 103,635 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 89,902 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 78,887 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 66,121 miles

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

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

Fail 26 May 2011 52,752 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 May 2011 52,752 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 42,314 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 42,314 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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WG07 TVY is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WG07 TVY, 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 WG07 TVY registered?

WG07 TVY is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 14 June 2007.

Is WG07 TVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG07 TVY shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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