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YG57 YJR

2007 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

179,544 mi
Last recorded179,544 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG57 YJR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 179,544 miles

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 169,912 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 161,801 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2023 161,801 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 153,766 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 148,947 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 144,267 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 144,267 miles

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 140,710 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 136,349 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper spring missing

Pass 22 Nov 2017 131,540 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 131,540 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 123,075 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 123,075 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 115,090 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 115,090 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 108,033 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 101,000 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 101,000 miles

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

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 98,101 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 69,657 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2010 36,998 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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YG57 YJR is a 2007 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YG57 YJR, 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 YG57 YJR?

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What year was YG57 YJR registered?

YG57 YJR is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 21 September 2007.

Is YG57 YJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG57 YJR shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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