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YF57 JZM

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,736 mi
Last recorded49,736 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2013
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF57 JZM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2013 49,736 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 May 2012 42,172 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/r tyre wearing inner edge

o/s/r arm bush delaminating

Fail 4 May 2012 42,172 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/r tyre wearing inner edge

o/s/r arm bush delaminating

Pass 8 Apr 2011 36,473 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 28,730 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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 JZM is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YF57 JZM, 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

How do I check the history of YF57 JZM?

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What year was YF57 JZM registered?

YF57 JZM is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 30 November 2007.

Is YF57 JZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF57 JZM shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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