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AP07 DYH

2007 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

196,682 mi
Last recorded196,682 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP07 DYH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2020 196,682 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 189,026 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 175,615 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 157,112 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 157,030 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 136,356 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 9 Jun 2015 136,356 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 18 Jun 2014 113,586 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 94,182 miles

front tyres out of shape/wearing on inner edge

Pass 25 Jun 2012 73,996 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Jun 2011 49,972 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 49,943 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 33,963 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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AP07 DYH is a 2007 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AP07 DYH, 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 AP07 DYH registered?

AP07 DYH is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 31 March 2007.

Is AP07 DYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP07 DYH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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