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DY57 GKZ

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

158,929 mi
Last recorded158,929 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2019 158,929 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2018 143,717 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 127,182 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 123,601 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2016 123,601 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 118,672 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jul 2014 113,822 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2013 104,902 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both nearside and offside rear drive shaft outer c.v gaiters slightly leaking grease

vehicles emissions too clean. No readings detected

Fail 25 Jun 2013 104,902 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both nearside and offside rear drive shaft outer c.v gaiters slightly leaking grease

vehicles emissions too clean. No readings detected

Pass 18 Jun 2012 86,412 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 76,664 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 66,213 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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DY57 GKZ is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GKZ, 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 GKZ registered?

DY57 GKZ is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 26 September 2007.

Is DY57 GKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY57 GKZ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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