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YJ07 AFD

2007 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

101,051 mi
Last recorded101,051 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ07 AFD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 101,051 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 83,045 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2023 83,027 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 71,915 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 55,946 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 44,074 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 38,890 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 33,030 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 29,763 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 26,504 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 24,364 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 21,989 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 20,151 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 16,974 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 14,829 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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YJ07 AFD is a 2007 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AFD, 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

How do I check the history of YJ07 AFD?

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What year was YJ07 AFD registered?

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

Is YJ07 AFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ07 AFD shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YJ07 AFD have outstanding finance?

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