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YF07 XTE

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

177,826 mi
Last recorded177,826 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF07 XTE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 177,826 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 171,404 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2024 163,642 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 157,556 miles
Fail 25 May 2023 157,556 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2022 151,231 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 141,663 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear seats

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear worn on inside (5.2.3 (e))

engine trims fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 14 May 2020 126,294 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 65%worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 75/80% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine trims fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 13 May 2020 126,294 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 65%worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 75/80% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine trims fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 27 Jun 2019 121,374 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2018 114,297 miles

Nearside Front tyre stepped on inner edge

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2018 114,297 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front tyre stepped on inner edge

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 106,617 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 96,009 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 96,008 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 83,667 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 83,667 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 75,102 miles

front brake pads low

Pass 18 Jun 2013 68,640 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 58,671 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 46,891 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 35,067 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 XTE is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 XTE, 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 XTE registered?

YF07 XTE is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 27 June 2007.

Is YF07 XTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF07 XTE shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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