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EF57 YDH

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

173,899 mi
Last recorded173,899 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF57 YDH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2020 173,899 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2020 173,899 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 158,815 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

engine and under body covers fitted not allowing all items to be checked

Fail 29 Jul 2019 158,788 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

engine and under body covers fitted not allowing all items to be checked

Pass 10 Jul 2018 154,933 miles

cannot see brake fluid level covered

engine and under body covers fitted not allowing a full vehicle inspection

handbrake has little reserve travel

offside headlamp main beam unit is melted

Fail 4 Jul 2018 154,855 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective broken (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

cannot see brake fluid level covered

engine and under body covers fitted not allowing a full vehicle inspection

handbrake has little reserve travel

offside headlamp main beam unit is melted

Pass 29 Jul 2017 150,124 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 22 Jul 2017 150,044 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Jul 2016 145,569 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2015 135,342 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 128,901 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 121,898 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 111,828 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 82,721 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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EF57 YDH is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EF57 YDH, 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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What year was EF57 YDH registered?

EF57 YDH is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 20 December 2007.

Is EF57 YDH safe to buy?

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