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YF07 EOO

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

226,124 mi
Last recorded226,124 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF07 EOO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 226,124 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 213,601 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 203,675 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 193,784 miles

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 29 Jun 2019 193,701 miles

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

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 8 Jul 2018 180,796 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 6 Jul 2018 180,774 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working angel eye (4.2.1 (a))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 11 Mar 2017 156,589 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 152,878 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 151,288 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Mar 2014 137,963 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Mar 2014 137,963 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Apr 2013 115,933 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Apr 2012 93,359 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 68,426 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 45,262 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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YF07 EOO 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 YF07 EOO, 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 YF07 EOO registered?

YF07 EOO is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 22 May 2007.

Is YF07 EOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF07 EOO 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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