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YJ07 ADM

2007 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

242,021 mi
Last recorded242,021 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ07 ADM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2022 242,021 miles

The front section of the exhaust system is in poor condition.

The off side and near side rear tyres are showing some wear.

Pass 20 Jan 2021 224,556 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2021 224,553 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 214,437 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2019
Pass 28 Sep 2017 193,519 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2016 177,663 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 161,955 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015 161,893 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 149,025 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 140,116 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 125,961 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 99,238 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 69,444 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 69,444 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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YJ07 ADM is a 2007 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 YJ07 ADM, 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 YJ07 ADM registered?

YJ07 ADM is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 30 July 2007.

Is YJ07 ADM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ07 ADM shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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