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YH07 RJJ

2007 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

111,915 mi
Last recorded111,915 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH07 RJJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 111,915 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2024 108,359 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 106,256 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 104,124 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 101,653 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 100,111 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2019 95,724 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 89,660 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 84,345 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 79,841 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of seat belt

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front brake discs (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 74,864 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Apr 2015 74,864 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

boot can only be opened from button inside the vehicle

Pass 15 Apr 2014 71,578 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 67,233 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Apr 2012 62,182 miles

Front tyres are worn on the edges

Pass 31 Mar 2011 54,455 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Apr 2010 47,351 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

handbrake has only a small amount of reserve travel

no measurable smoke detected on smoke test

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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YH07 RJJ is a 2007 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YH07 RJJ, 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 YH07 RJJ registered?

YH07 RJJ is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 17 April 2007.

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