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BT07 UTV

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

205,280 mi
Last recorded205,280 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT07 UTV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2023 205,280 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2023 205,279 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 203,341 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2020 193,510 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 188,523 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 26 Jul 2018 183,658 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 173,692 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 160,619 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 153,388 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 145,010 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 138,657 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 138,657 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 131,127 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 123,700 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 123,503 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 104,765 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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BT07 UTV is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BT07 UTV, 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 BT07 UTV registered?

BT07 UTV is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 22 June 2007.

Is BT07 UTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT07 UTV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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