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X16 RAF

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

115,766 mi
Last recorded115,766 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX16 RAF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 115,766 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2025 115,766 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2024 115,648 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs on vehicle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2023 115,362 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2023 115,362 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 113,254 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 110,250 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 108,391 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both h beams (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 105,915 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 102,106 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 98,457 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 93,194 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 89,690 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 85,582 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

offside front and offside rear tyres deatrioted

Pass 8 Oct 2013 81,250 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 81,250 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 9 Oct 2012 75,906 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 71,384 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 71,384 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2011 55,735 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 35,880 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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X16 RAF is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 X16 RAF, 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 X16 RAF?

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What year was X16 RAF registered?

X16 RAF is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 28 April 2007.

Is X16 RAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for X16 RAF shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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