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YC07 XJP

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

180,705 mi
Last recorded180,705 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC07 XJP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 180,705 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Fail 7 May 2026 180,705 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 14 May 2025 172,205 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 30 Apr 2024 168,175 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2023 162,195 miles
Fail 16 May 2023 162,195 miles

Front Exhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 154,995 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 148,889 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 14 Aug 2020 145,540 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 139,934 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under covers fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2018 131,859 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 131,859 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 124,169 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 119,602 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 109,378 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 100,806 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 91,851 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2012 75,937 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 21 Jan 2012 75,937 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 61,289 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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YC07 XJP is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YC07 XJP, 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 YC07 XJP registered?

YC07 XJP is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 8 May 2007.

Is YC07 XJP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC07 XJP shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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