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YC57 ZKE

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

165,774 mi
Last recorded165,774 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2021 165,774 miles

Corrosion on brake discs

Front brakes out of balance on brake test

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Oil leak on engine

Play in front anti roll bar bushes

Fail 7 Sep 2021 165,739 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Corrosion on brake discs

Front brakes out of balance on brake test

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Oil leak on engine

Play in front anti roll bar bushes

Pass 2 Sep 2020 161,350 miles

Front brakes imbalance 49% limit 50%

Rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Underside of vehicle muddy

Pass 6 Sep 2019 156,552 miles

37% imbalance in front brakes limit 50%

Front suspension front lower arm rear bush becoming worn

Front tyres worn on edges & on 1.6mm limit will soon need changing

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Some fluctuations in rear brake discs

Under side of vehicle muddy

Pass 31 Aug 2018 147,886 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Front brakes 36% imbalance limit 50% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear tyres worn on inner edges will soon need changing

Fail 31 Aug 2018 147,877 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear tyres worn on inner edges will soon need changing

Pass 4 Sep 2017 138,636 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre sidewall slightly damaged

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 125,748 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on edges

Pass 18 Feb 2016 119,378 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Feb 2015 111,334 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front tyre has damaged sidewall

Pass 3 Feb 2014 99,363 miles

near side front tyre has cuts on the outer wall no ply or cords showing

Pass 31 Jan 2013 91,526 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

plastic covers fitted limiting inspection

Fail 31 Jan 2013 91,526 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

plastic covers fitted limiting inspection

Pass 7 Dec 2011 81,514 miles

front and rear discs worn

rear tyres worn near to wear bars in places

Pass 20 Dec 2010 74,069 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 74,069 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 72,521 miles

offside front tyre worn smooth on inner edge

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 ZKE is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 ZKE, 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 ZKE registered?

YC57 ZKE is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 22 November 2007.

Is YC57 ZKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC57 ZKE shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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