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YH57 XWK

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,407 mi
Last recorded91,407 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH57 XWK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2017 91,407 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2017 91,346 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 76,492 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 70,530 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Nov 2013 63,362 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 54,897 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2011 45,675 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 7 Oct 2010 28,292 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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YH57 XWK is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YH57 XWK, 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 YH57 XWK registered?

YH57 XWK is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 26 September 2007.

Is YH57 XWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH57 XWK shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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