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YA57 CVN

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

164,655 mi
Last recorded164,655 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA57 CVN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2024 164,655 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 163,362 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 160,217 miles

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2021 155,069 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2020 149,361 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2019 146,147 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 143,265 miles

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

under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Feb 2017 141,446 miles

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 22 Feb 2016 137,427 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges (4.1.E.1)

engine covers and under trays fitted

play in o/s steering rack end

Pass 18 Dec 2014 125,516 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Nov 2013 111,714 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Dec 2012 100,142 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 87,255 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2011 87,251 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Dec 2010 75,469 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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YA57 CVN is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YA57 CVN, 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 YA57 CVN?

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What year was YA57 CVN registered?

YA57 CVN is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 20 December 2007.

Is YA57 CVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA57 CVN shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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