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GY07 PPK

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

150,000 mi
Last recorded150,000 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY07 PPK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2019 150,000 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 142,378 miles

under car engine/brake pipe cover fitted

Fail 28 Apr 2018 142,378 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

under car engine/brake pipe cover fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2016 135,790 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2015 119,021 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2014 100,594 miles

clutch pedal anti-slip missing

exhaust front pipe clamp weakened

front discs lipped and pads appear low

slight play in n/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 28 Aug 2013 81,416 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Aug 2013 81,083 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 31 Aug 2012 63,960 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 47,182 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 42,498 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 31,076 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 31,065 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

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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GY07 PPK is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GY07 PPK, 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 GY07 PPK registered?

GY07 PPK is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 22 May 2007.

Is GY07 PPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY07 PPK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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