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YH57 XYX

2007 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

78,385 mi
Last recorded78,385 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH57 XYX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2020 78,385 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 78,385 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 77,538 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 76,646 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 75,500 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 73,330 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 71,290 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 71,290 miles

Offside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 69,379 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 62,116 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 49,452 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 37,020 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 28,867 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 XYX is a 2007 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 XYX, 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 XYX registered?

YH57 XYX is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 27 September 2007.

Is YH57 XYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH57 XYX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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