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WP07 LUW

2007 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

155,288 mi
Last recorded155,288 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2016
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP07 LUW
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2016 155,288 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 142,834 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 119,451 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 99,217 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 87,074 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 82,746 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 62,707 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 62,707 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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WP07 LUW is a 2007 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WP07 LUW, 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 WP07 LUW?

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What year was WP07 LUW registered?

WP07 LUW is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 29 June 2007.

Is WP07 LUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP07 LUW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WP07 LUW have outstanding finance?

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