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YC57 DBZ

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

179,767 mi
Last recorded179,767 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC57 DBZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 179,767 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 172,394 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 160,864 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 241,915 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2022 241,759 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 141,836 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 129,363 miles

brake servo hose deteriorated - rubber section collapsing

centre stop lamp inop

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 29 Jan 2019 113,878 miles

nearside front tyre wearing low on edges

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 21 Dec 2017 103,407 miles

Diesel smoke emissions too low to obtain a metered reading.

Pass 8 Dec 2016 93,060 miles

Diesel smoke emissions too low to obtain a metered reading.

Pass 21 Dec 2015 87,631 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Dec 2015 87,630 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2014 80,960 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2013 73,445 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2013 73,445 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 69,173 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 53,589 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 41,263 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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YC57 DBZ is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YC57 DBZ, 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 YC57 DBZ registered?

YC57 DBZ is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 27 September 2007.

Is YC57 DBZ safe to buy?

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