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YL07 UXH

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

158,015 mi
Last recorded158,015 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL07 UXH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 158,015 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

surface corrosion

undertray fitted

Pass 26 Oct 2024 147,119 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 131,820 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Oct 2023 131,126 miles

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

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 111,636 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 20 Oct 2022 111,634 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2021 104,047 miles

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

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2020 98,469 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2020 98,469 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 94,870 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2018 87,925 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 87,918 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2017 69,064 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2017 69,064 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 62,709 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 56,937 miles

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

Offside Front nail in tyre

unable to fully inspect under vehicle due to under trays fitted

Pass 20 May 2015 52,038 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 24 May 2014 45,381 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 37,621 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 30,303 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 25,534 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 16,087 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 UXH is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 YL07 UXH, 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 UXH registered?

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

Is YL07 UXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL07 UXH shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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