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YH57 YUA

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

128,879 mi
Last recorded128,879 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH57 YUA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2017 128,879 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 103,033 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 103,033 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2015 84,045 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2015 83,743 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Feb 2014 65,358 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 52,373 miles

both front tyres low on inner shoulders

Pass 9 Mar 2012 40,873 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 36,443 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 27,255 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 YUA is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YUA, 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 YUA registered?

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

Is YH57 YUA safe to buy?

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