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YJ07 AKM

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

170,800 mi
Last recorded170,800 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ07 AKM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 170,800 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

headlight aims poor

Pass 1 Jul 2024 164,226 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 150,675 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2023 150,673 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 1 Jun 2023 150,619 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

tyre pressure warning showing loss of pressure

Pass 7 Mar 2022 225,188 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 17 Feb 2022 224,460 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured 4 cracks (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

tyre pressure warning light on

Pass 2 Feb 2021 129,368 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 124,456 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2018 115,496 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 105,701 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 95,130 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm & wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm & wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm & wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 21 Nov 2015 88,020 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 78,445 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Nov 2013 70,982 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 9 Nov 2013 70,982 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 10 Nov 2012 63,915 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Dec 2011 55,502 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 52,329 miles

damage wheel rims.

small stone chips front windscreen.

Pass 20 Jul 2010 87,871 miles

both front tyres wearing edges.

cuts in tyre treads.

damage tyre sidewalls.

damage wheel rims.

stone chips front windscreen.

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 AKM is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 AKM, 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 AKM registered?

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

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