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BJ07 XYC

2007 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

184,496 mi
Last recorded184,496 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ07 XYC
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2023 184,496 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2023 184,496 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2022 165,580 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 146,530 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 133,796 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2020 133,793 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Feb 2019 127,086 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 126,733 miles

Central Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 116,824 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2016 105,785 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 95,012 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jun 2014 89,189 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 78,729 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 70,225 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 70,225 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 May 2011 58,866 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 47,812 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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BJ07 XYC is a 2007 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BJ07 XYC, 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 BJ07 XYC registered?

BJ07 XYC is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 15 June 2007.

Is BJ07 XYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ07 XYC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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