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SP57 YLJ

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

131,210 mi
Last recorded131,210 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP57 YLJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2024 131,210 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 124,334 miles

wiper switch stalk not in good condition

Fail 29 Apr 2023 124,334 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

wiper switch stalk not in good condition

Pass 29 Apr 2022 118,710 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 110,729 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 101,967 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 95,487 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 75,647 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 65,413 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 56,612 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 48,030 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 48,030 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 40,700 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 34,823 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 30,088 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 24,340 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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SP57 YLJ is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SP57 YLJ, 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

How do I check the history of SP57 YLJ?

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What year was SP57 YLJ registered?

SP57 YLJ is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 30 September 2007.

Is SP57 YLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP57 YLJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SP57 YLJ have outstanding finance?

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