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A19 YAO

2021 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,145 mi
Last recorded88,145 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA19 YAO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2021
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 29 Jan 2026 88,145 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2025 150,518 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 65,681 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 138,690 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 49,310 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2023 124,429 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 116,608 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 107,154 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

oil level low

Pass 8 Sep 2020 88,995 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2019 76,748 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 65,162 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2017 48,948 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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A19 YAO is a 2021 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A19 YAO, 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 5 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A19 YAO registered?

A19 YAO is a 2021 BMW 520, first registered on 30 January 2021.

Is A19 YAO safe to buy?

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