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YF57 KXB

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

137,627 mi
Last recorded137,627 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 137,627 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 122,543 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 112,107 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 103,080 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 95,246 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2021 95,246 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 89,680 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2019 83,440 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2019 83,438 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Oct 2018 78,257 miles

hand brake travel high but operation ok

Pass 10 Nov 2017 72,358 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear on 1.9mm 225/50/17 run flat (4.1.E.1)

park brake lever upper ratchets worn

Fail 3 Nov 2017 72,267 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides front (2.4.G.2)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear on 1.9mm 225/50/17 run flat (4.1.E.1)

park brake lever upper ratchets worn

Pass 3 Nov 2016 61,406 miles

Offside rear wheel bearing worn slightly

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

Pass 29 Oct 2015 54,659 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 50,576 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front (225/50 17 Runflat 3-4mm) tyres wearing low

Pass 30 Oct 2013 44,435 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 40,158 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Nov 2011 34,768 miles

Unable to check brake fluid level - Plastic covers

Pass 24 Nov 2010 27,250 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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YF57 KXB is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 KXB, 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 KXB registered?

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

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The MOT history for YF57 KXB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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