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Y10 LYD

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

45,692 mi
Last recorded45,692 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY10 LYD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 45,692 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2026 45,692 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 41,744 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 39,740 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 36,664 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak from rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 34,052 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 27,810 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2021 27,795 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 23,633 miles

Full under vehicle covers not allowing full inspection

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Run flat tyre ()

Pass 17 Jan 2019 20,426 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 17,094 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 15,495 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 14,191 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 12,402 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 11,624 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 9,803 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 9,022 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 7,751 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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Y10 LYD is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 Y10 LYD, 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 Y10 LYD registered?

Y10 LYD is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 7 December 2007.

Is Y10 LYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y10 LYD shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y10 LYD have outstanding finance?

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