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YA07 BPY

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

186,579 mi
Last recorded186,579 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA07 BPY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2024 186,579 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2023 176,157 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 165,090 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 160,513 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 156,050 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2019 151,049 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 143,782 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 137,013 miles

Extensive Under-trays and Engine covers fitted to vehicle obscuring some components

No Smoke Detected

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 131,880 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 127,524 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2015 125,510 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 121,068 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 113,222 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 106,315 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 95,461 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 75,216 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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YA07 BPY is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YA07 BPY, 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 YA07 BPY registered?

YA07 BPY is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 23 July 2007.

Is YA07 BPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA07 BPY shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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