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YH57 YDK

2007 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

159,046 mi
Last recorded159,046 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 159,046 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2024 152,417 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 142,322 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2022 129,556 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 117,871 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 98,673 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2020 98,673 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 96,163 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear brake hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inners (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 91,078 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2-3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

windscreen has damage in zone B less then 40mm

Pass 16 Mar 2018 86,064 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front o/s - n/s (3.5.1i)

Fail 9 Mar 2018 85,990 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front o/s - n/s (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 81,604 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 76,753 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 69,491 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 57,810 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Mar 2013 47,256 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

can't check brake fluid reservoir level without removal of components

parking permit displayed in swept area of screen

Pass 22 Mar 2012 37,539 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2011 30,293 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2010 23,007 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 YDK is a 2007 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 YDK, 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 YDK registered?

YH57 YDK is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 28 September 2007.

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