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YL07 UPM

2007 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

155,592 mi
Last recorded155,592 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 155,592 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2025 153,201 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 149,600 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 143,458 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 138,416 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 132,807 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 127,922 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 126,326 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 124,836 miles

o/s/f coil spring corroded

Pass 11 Aug 2017 120,668 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 114,843 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 106,756 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)

Fail 23 Jul 2014 96,312 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 96,312 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 88,967 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Aug 2012 85,776 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 78,707 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 66,403 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 UPM is a 2007 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 UPM, 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 UPM registered?

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

Is YL07 UPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL07 UPM shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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