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2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

168,098 mi
Last recorded168,098 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB07 URL
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2022 168,098 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 155,546 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2021 155,511 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 143,900 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 17 Nov 2020 143,875 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2019 127,838 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 115,034 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front exhaust pipe heat shield vibrating

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Jun 2017 102,051 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both rear (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 89,553 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 77,937 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 65,371 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2013 56,683 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 48,761 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 38,353 miles

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

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

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

Fail 14 Jun 2011 38,353 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 29,670 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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YB07 URL is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YB07 URL, 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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YB07 URL is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 25 June 2007.

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