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BU56 TYX

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

158,856 mi
Last recorded158,856 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU56 TYX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2019 158,856 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2018 152,558 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 131,912 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

engine cover fitted

sills have plastic trim covers

under trays fitted

Pass 27 Apr 2016 125,818 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 118,965 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 112,550 miles

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 26 Apr 2013 107,004 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 106,973 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 100,010 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 92,825 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 92,825 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 29 Apr 2010 84,347 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

covers fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 1 Feb 2010 82,845 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 1 Feb 2010 82,840 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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BU56 TYX is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black 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 BU56 TYX, 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 BU56 TYX registered?

BU56 TYX is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 8 February 2007.

Is BU56 TYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU56 TYX 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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