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BV57 YTE

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

112,299 mi
Last recorded112,299 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV57 YTE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2023 112,299 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2023 112,299 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 107,868 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2020 104,873 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2020 103,374 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2019 103,358 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread area (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 101,001 miles

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

front number plate damaged

Pass 26 Oct 2017 97,966 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

emissions too clean,not registering on DGA

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 23 Oct 2017 97,966 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

emissions too clean,not registering on DGA

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 28 Oct 2016 95,661 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

both front tyres wearing on edges

emissions too clean,not registering on DGA

front number plate damaged

Pass 25 Nov 2015 92,212 miles

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

child seat fitted to offside rear seat not allowing full inspection of seat belt

emissions too clean,not registering on DGA

Pass 17 Oct 2014 87,966 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2013 84,336 miles

child seat fitted to offside rear seat not allowing full inspection of seatbelt

Fail 27 Nov 2012 79,712 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 79,712 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 75,719 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 58,680 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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BV57 YTE is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BV57 YTE, 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 BV57 YTE registered?

BV57 YTE is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 6 September 2007.

Is BV57 YTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV57 YTE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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