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WU07 WMT

2007 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2026
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

280,600 mi
Last recorded280,600 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU07 WMT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2024 280,600 miles

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

Fail 11 Dec 2024 280,600 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 269,358 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2024 269,358 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 257,341 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view minor chips outside zone a (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Dec 2022 257,323 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached rear most (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view minor chips outside zone a (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 246,092 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2021 246,092 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2020 238,764 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2019 229,446 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2018 224,004 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 224,004 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn track rod end (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 214,791 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 204,563 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 204,563 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 194,877 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 194,877 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 180,839 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 161,749 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 140,741 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 102,847 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2011 102,844 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 70,174 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2010 68,304 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Inner Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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WU07 WMT is a 2007 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 WU07 WMT, 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 WU07 WMT registered?

WU07 WMT is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 1 March 2007.

Is WU07 WMT safe to buy?

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