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YG07 RDU

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2015
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

85,870 mi
Last recorded85,870 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2014
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG07 RDU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2014 85,870 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 79,658 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 79,658 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 65,821 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2012 65,821 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2011 54,287 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 54,287 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 40,793 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2010 40,793 miles

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

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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YG07 RDU is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 YG07 RDU, 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 YG07 RDU?

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What year was YG07 RDU registered?

YG07 RDU is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 26 March 2007.

Is YG07 RDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG07 RDU shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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