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BT56 YKY

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

81,267 mi
Last recorded81,267 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT56 YKY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2019 81,267 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 79,093 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 76,460 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2016 74,109 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 70,884 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 68,491 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 63,827 miles

Both rear tyres getting low on tread

Pass 2 Mar 2012 58,799 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Feb 2011 46,784 miles

nearside front washer jet has a poor spray pattern

Pass 1 Feb 2010 35,443 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 35,443 miles

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

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

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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BT56 YKY is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BT56 YKY, 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 BT56 YKY registered?

BT56 YKY is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 20 February 2007.

Is BT56 YKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT56 YKY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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