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WN07 UXA

2007 BMW 520

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

178,480 mi
Last recorded178,480 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN07 UXA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 178,480 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox has a slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged mirror delaminated slightly ()

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

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

Fail 8 Oct 2025 178,377 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn through to canvas (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn through to canvas (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox has a slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged mirror delaminated slightly ()

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2024 171,820 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 171,055 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 169,581 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 167,985 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 167,770 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2020 167,682 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 166,982 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 163,814 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 159,770 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inside pads (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inside face (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 17 May 2016 149,701 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 135,843 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 124,817 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 112,694 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 100,290 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 100,289 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 88,010 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

o/s rear tyre wearing on inside edge.

Pass 7 May 2010 75,673 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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WN07 UXA is a 2007 BMW 520 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 WN07 UXA, 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 WN07 UXA registered?

WN07 UXA is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 15 May 2007.

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The MOT history for WN07 UXA shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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