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YC57 FGK

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

112,866 mi
Last recorded112,866 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC57 FGK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2017 112,866 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2016 97,690 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 97,690 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 85,215 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Dec 2013 71,881 miles

front tyres 3mm on inner edges

Pass 19 Oct 2012 58,569 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 58,569 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 46,992 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2011 45,675 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 29,198 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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YC57 FGK is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FGK, 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 FGK registered?

YC57 FGK is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 29 October 2007.

Is YC57 FGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC57 FGK shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YC57 FGK have outstanding finance?

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