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YF57 FFL

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

123,897 mi
Last recorded123,897 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF57 FFL
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2018 123,897 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2018 123,897 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2017 115,297 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 105,386 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2016 105,385 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn out of shape (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 94,888 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 85,724 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 85,724 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2013 73,704 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 59,193 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2012 59,193 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2011 46,560 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 35,211 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 35,211 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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YF57 FFL is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YF57 FFL, 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 YF57 FFL registered?

YF57 FFL is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 23 November 2007.

Is YF57 FFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF57 FFL shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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