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SY07 MPU

2007 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

170,695 mi
Last recorded170,695 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY07 MPU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 170,695 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2017 158,419 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 121,676 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 98,236 miles

Unable to see much under vehicle due to belly covers.

Fail 27 Aug 2015 98,236 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Unable to see much under vehicle due to belly covers.

Pass 1 Sep 2014 68,064 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 66,014 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Apr 2013 55,317 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edge.

Fail 9 Apr 2013 55,317 miles

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

Both rear tyres worn on inner edge.

Pass 12 Apr 2012 48,259 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 48,259 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Front discs worn.

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 40,016 miles

Front discs worn.

Oil leak at g/box.

Pass 5 May 2010 30,802 miles

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

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

all brake discs very rusty

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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SY07 MPU is a 2007 BMW 520 in Blue 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 SY07 MPU, 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.

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What year was SY07 MPU registered?

SY07 MPU is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 23 March 2007.

Is SY07 MPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY07 MPU 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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