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DY17 YGF

2017 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

143,533 mi
Last recorded143,533 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 52059,488 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY17 YGF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2026 143,533 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2025 136,736 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 130,623 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 125,205 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 119,966 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 111,529 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2020 105,013 miles

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

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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DY17 YGF is a 2017 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 59,488 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 DY17 YGF, 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 9 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DY17 YGF?

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What year was DY17 YGF registered?

DY17 YGF is a 2017 BMW 520, first registered on 17 March 2017.

Is DY17 YGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY17 YGF shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY17 YGF have outstanding finance?

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