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YG57 YLC

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

139,618 mi
Last recorded139,618 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG57 YLC
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2018 139,618 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Sep 2018 139,505 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak flex pipe (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre is on the very limit of wanting to be changed (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre is on the very limit of wanting to be changed (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 127,134 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 127,134 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 113,409 miles

no smoke detected

Fail 15 Sep 2016 113,409 miles

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

no smoke detected

Pass 15 Sep 2015 100,744 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 88,108 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 75,142 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 75,142 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 61,915 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 47,766 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 47,766 miles

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

245/40/R18 93Y Run flat Pirelli P Zero

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

No smoke detected on emission test

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

Pass 23 Sep 2010 33,743 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 YLC is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YLC, 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 YLC registered?

YG57 YLC is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 25 September 2007.

Is YG57 YLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG57 YLC shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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