2007 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · TF06 DAN

The 2007 BMW 520 shows a history of recurring mechanical and structural wear consistent with a vehicle of its age and mileage. The most recent inspection in February 2026 at 162,831 miles passed, but it highlighted advisories for a deteriorated offside front anti-roll bar linkage joint cover, a buckled offside front wheel, and an under-inflated nearside rear tyre. This follows a failure in December 2024 where the car failed for a non-functional horn, incorrect offside headlamp aim, and damaged windscreen. The constant mention of play in the steering rack inner joints and wear on the offside front suspension arm ball joints suggests that the front suspension and steering components are undergoing significant degradation and may require imminent replacement. The vehicle has averaged approximately 8,570 miles per year, which is relatively low for a nineteen-year-old car. However, despite the lower mileage, the record reveals a persistent issue with an oil leak that has been noted in every test from 2021 through 2026. There is also a documented trend of the offside front road wheel being slightly distorted, which appeared in multiple tests between 2023 and 2024. While the offside rear shock absorbers have been noted for misting oil since 2024, they have not yet reached a point of total failure. Specific attention should be paid to the structural integrity and the braking system, as the nearside front enough pipe was flagged as corroded in 2023 and the front enough discs were found to be pitted and scored. The recurring advisories for worn suspension arm bushes and ball joints indicate that the rubber components are reaching the end of their service life. A buyer should verify the extent of the ongoing oil leak and check the condition of the offside front wheel for cracks, as these areas have consistently raised technical concerns throughout the MOT history.