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YC57 MVU

2007 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

182,035 mi
Last recorded182,035 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC57 MVU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2021 182,035 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55R17 RF (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55R17 RF (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 164,125 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

brake fluid level light indicates low fluid level

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 18 Jul 2018 149,685 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Jul 2018 149,685 miles

Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 140,117 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 125,950 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Under-trays fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2015 116,200 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some testable items.

Pass 4 Nov 2014 106,281 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2013 92,309 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 74,863 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 74,561 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2012 59,628 miles

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

O/s front tyre worn on the outer edge

Fail 1 Mar 2012 59,628 miles

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

O/s front tyre worn on the outer edge

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 45,280 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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 MVU is a 2007 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MVU, 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 MVU registered?

YC57 MVU is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 15 November 2007.

Is YC57 MVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC57 MVU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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