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AP07 GER

2016 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,726 mi
Last recorded82,726 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP07 GER
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2025 82,726 miles

some steering and suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

some surface rust on exhaust system

some surface rust on front and rear subframes steering and suspension components brake components

under floor panel fitted unable to see some components

Fail 27 Jan 2025 82,726 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

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

some steering and suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

some surface rust on exhaust system

some surface rust on front and rear subframes steering and suspension components brake components

under floor panel fitted unable to see some components

Pass 5 Jan 2024 74,110 miles

front brake discs starting to corrode

rear brake discs starting to corrode

some steering and suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

some surface rust on exhaust system

under floor panel fitted unable to see some components

Fail 5 Jan 2024 74,110 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working on boot lid (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Brake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly (1.1.10 (g))

front brake discs starting to corrode

rear brake discs starting to corrode

rear brake pads starting to wear

some steering and suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

some surface rust on exhaust system

under floor panel fitted unable to see some components

Pass 28 Nov 2022 64,846 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TREADS WORN CLOSE TO CORD BOTH FRONTS (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 55,292 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT OF 1.6MM (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TREADS (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 46,671 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 35,619 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 GER is a 2016 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2016 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 62,606 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 AP07 GER, 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 10 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP07 GER registered?

AP07 GER is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 31 October 2016.

Is AP07 GER safe to buy?

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