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YE57 JTO

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

214,753 mi
Last recorded214,753 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE57 JTO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2023 214,753 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2022 196,158 miles

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides ,marginal pass (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside headlamp lens cracked

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides,marginal pass (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 190,398 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged rear both (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 180,552 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2019 180,546 miles

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

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 173,260 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 167,515 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit On 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Nov 2016 155,501 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 22 Oct 2016 154,705 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Oct 2015 131,166 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 108,938 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2014 108,938 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2013 96,696 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 75,807 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 62,023 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 48,759 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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YE57 JTO is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YE57 JTO, 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 YE57 JTO registered?

YE57 JTO is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 8 November 2007.

Is YE57 JTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE57 JTO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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