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YL07 UKU

2007 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

244,849 mi
Last recorded244,849 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL07 UKU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 244,849 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2024 231,644 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 221,739 miles

Nearside Rear number plate light dim

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

Offside Rear number plate light dim

slight play in steering wheel

Fail 28 Jan 2023 221,429 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability front arm (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear number plate light dim

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

Offside Rear number plate light dim

under bonnet inspection not carried out due to bonnet not opening

Pass 13 Sep 2021 207,385 miles

Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))

slight corrosion underneath the vehicle.

under tray fitted.

Pass 12 Sep 2020 198,446 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

slight corrosion underneath the vehicle.

under tray fitted.

Pass 6 Jul 2019 174,204 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2018 153,017 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 142,388 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 133,203 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2015 126,287 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 115,315 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 103,978 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2012 90,571 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 78,124 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 66,112 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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YL07 UKU is a 2007 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YL07 UKU, 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 YL07 UKU registered?

YL07 UKU is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 31 July 2007.

Is YL07 UKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL07 UKU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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