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YF57 YJC

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

125,349 mi
Last recorded125,349 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2022 125,349 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 119,472 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 114,262 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 109,054 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 102,276 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 96,737 miles

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

engine light illuminated

Pass 17 Nov 2016 90,296 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Nov 2016 90,296 miles

Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 82,935 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 76,346 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 68,299 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 58,618 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 52,763 miles

both front tyres worn on inner + outer edges.

Pass 8 Dec 2010 39,824 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 YJC 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 92.9%.

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 YJC, 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 YJC registered?

YF57 YJC is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 20 December 2007.

Is YF57 YJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF57 YJC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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