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WR07 GYP

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

158,109 mi
Last recorded158,109 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR07 GYP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2017 158,109 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2017 158,109 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45/17 (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

both front tyres worn to second layer on inner edges.

Pass 1 Jun 2016 155,514 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 148,563 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

front brake wear sensor wire not connected

Pass 27 May 2014 139,947 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 121,108 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 104,481 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 82,446 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 61,339 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)

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner egde

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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WR07 GYP is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WR07 GYP, 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 WR07 GYP registered?

WR07 GYP is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 22 May 2007.

Is WR07 GYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR07 GYP shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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