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DN57 ZYZ

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

174,744 mi
Last recorded174,744 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN57 ZYZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 174,744 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2024 165,063 miles

Undertrays fitted preventing full inspection of underside

Pass 7 Dec 2023 161,099 miles

undershield fitted to vehicle preventing full inspection of underside

Pass 15 Dec 2022 158,759 miles

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 3 Dec 2021 156,022 miles

Nearside Front Upper advise drop link upper boot has a small pinprick hole

advise covers under bonnet under car and on outer sills preventing full inspection

Pass 11 Dec 2020 154,239 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

under trays fitted obscuring some items ...wet mot

Pass 13 Dec 2019 152,353 miles

front wiper arm linkage worn

under trays fitted

Fail 13 Dec 2019 152,353 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

under trays fitted

Pass 11 Dec 2018 148,329 miles

advise covers under bonnet under car and on outer sills

advise rear brake discs slightly corroded

Fail 11 Dec 2018 148,329 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

advise covers under bonnet under car and on outer sills

advise rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 13 Dec 2017 144,676 miles

Central Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine covers fitted

plastic trim fitted to both sills

under-trays fitted

Pass 13 Dec 2016 139,968 miles

Central Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine covers fitted

plastic trim fitted to both sills

under-trays fitted

Pass 15 Dec 2015 132,545 miles

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

engine covers fitted

plastic trim fitted to both sills

under-trays fitted

Pass 10 Dec 2014 117,081 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brakes juddering

plastic trim fitted to both sills

rear brakes juddering

Pass 17 Dec 2013 96,584 miles

ADVISE ALL 4 BRAKE DISCS BECOMING CORRODED

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Dec 2013 96,584 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

ADVISE ALL 4 BRAKE DISCS BECOMING CORRODED

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Dec 2012 81,623 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic trim fitted to both sills

Pass 9 Dec 2011 65,950 miles

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

plastic trim fitted to both outer sills

plastic under-tray fitted

Fail 9 Dec 2011 65,950 miles

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

nearside front tyre wearing thin on inner edge

plastic trim fitted to both outer sills

plastic under-tray fitted

Pass 13 Dec 2010 50,943 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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DN57 ZYZ is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DN57 ZYZ, 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 DN57 ZYZ registered?

DN57 ZYZ is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 18 December 2007.

Is DN57 ZYZ safe to buy?

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