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YC57 LHH

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

175,868 mi
Last recorded175,868 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2018 175,868 miles

both front upper drop link gaiters slightly damaged

both rear tyres close to legal limit and wearing on inner edges(on limit)

nearside front tyre wearing on edges

Pass 20 Dec 2017 175,567 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 165,093 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 156,353 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 146,261 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 133,959 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)

Fail 7 Jan 2014 133,957 miles

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

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)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 107,439 miles

condition of vehicle underbody & outer sills obscured by plastic trims & heatshields

minor kerb damage to alloy wheels

offside front fog light inoperative

slight smear from wipers

Pass 4 Feb 2012 83,351 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 73,545 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 68,414 miles

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

slight oil leak at rear diff

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 LHH is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LHH, 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 LHH registered?

YC57 LHH is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 5 November 2007.

Is YC57 LHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC57 LHH shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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