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YG57 JZF

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

86,442 mi
Last recorded86,442 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG57 JZF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 86,442 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 72,917 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 71,233 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 68,668 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 65,450 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2021 65,450 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 63,041 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside & offside rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 57,988 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 55,193 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 52,085 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides N/S and O/S (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides N/S and O/S (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 48,096 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 47,940 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 44,012 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 44,012 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 37,901 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 30,965 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 41,593 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 23,432 miles

Offside Front 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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YG57 JZF is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YG57 JZF, 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 YG57 JZF registered?

YG57 JZF is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 20 September 2007.

Is YG57 JZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG57 JZF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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