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YJ07 ARK

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

163,203 mi
Last recorded163,203 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ07 ARK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2020 163,203 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear wearing thin inner face need investigating

Pass 29 Jul 2019 157,462 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated bothside rear . (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

bothside front brake discs inner face worn thin and scored.

Fail 26 Jul 2019 157,462 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator bothside front ,but need diagnostic, to make sure. (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak has been leaking. (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively driver side. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated bothside rear . (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

bothside front brake discs inner face worn thin and scored.

Pass 13 Jul 2018 145,894 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 137,496 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 125,792 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Jul 2016 125,683 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 111,685 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 106,631 miles

offside rear brake pad wear sensor not fitted

Pass 19 Jul 2013 91,954 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f brake pad warning wire not connected

Pass 2 Jul 2012 71,563 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jul 2011 60,179 miles

o/s door mirror damaged

plastic sill covers fitted unable to fully inspect sill panals

underbody shields fitted unable to fully inspect brake pipes or floor

Pass 21 Jul 2010 42,779 miles

emmissions to clean to register on test

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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YJ07 ARK is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YJ07 ARK, 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 YJ07 ARK registered?

YJ07 ARK is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 30 July 2007.

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