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AP07 YMJ

2007 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

175,825 mi
Last recorded175,825 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP07 YMJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2021 175,825 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

no warning lights on dash time of test

under trays fitted unable to fully inspect

Pass 13 Jun 2019 161,603 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 151,402 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 138,027 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2016 115,202 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 1 Jul 2016 115,202 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 97,412 miles

diesel test passed trigger point not met.

Pass 25 Jun 2014 81,672 miles

Diesel test passed trigger point not met.

N/s/r tyre on legal limit recommend replacement a.s.a.p.

Pass 26 Jun 2013 73,271 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2013 73,271 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2012 63,302 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 63,302 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 52,781 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 44,917 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 YMJ is a 2007 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YMJ, 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 YMJ registered?

AP07 YMJ is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 12 July 2007.

Is AP07 YMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP07 YMJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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