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DY57 BCX

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2024
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

164,374 mi
Last recorded164,374 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY57 BCX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2023 164,374 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2022 143,368 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 124,278 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 118,670 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 115,377 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 111,326 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 100,765 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 92,630 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 78,660 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 70,163 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 61,777 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 May 2012 52,433 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/F Tyre is bald on inner edge and has nail in tred

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2011 41,658 miles

Front discs lipped

N/S/F tyre cuts in inner sidewall

Pass 13 Sep 2010 40,160 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

nearside front tyre has cuts on inner side wall

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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DY57 BCX 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 100%.

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 DY57 BCX, 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 DY57 BCX registered?

DY57 BCX is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 17 September 2007.

Is DY57 BCX safe to buy?

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