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YC57 GLY

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

193,504 mi
Last recorded193,504 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 193,504 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2026 193,504 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 190,310 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2024 186,472 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 182,970 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 163,460 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 154,996 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 154,956 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 142,614 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 133,151 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 123,026 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 113,204 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 94,819 miles

both rear tyres worn inner tread

Pass 3 Nov 2014 71,734 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 49,965 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 41,533 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 33,730 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2010 24,955 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 GLY 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 YC57 GLY, 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 GLY registered?

YC57 GLY is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 26 October 2007.

Is YC57 GLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC57 GLY 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.

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