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YL07 VLF

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

170,589 mi
Last recorded170,589 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 170,589 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2024 169,955 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2024 169,434 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 157,323 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2023 157,023 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 145,616 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 133,781 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 113,882 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 101,867 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 90,129 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 78,814 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 69,268 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 58,701 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Jun 2014 58,701 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jun 2013 50,658 miles

front and rear brake pads low,

Fail 8 Jun 2013 50,658 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

front and rear brake pads low,

Pass 9 Jun 2012 42,523 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 34,149 miles

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

Offside Front 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 31 Jul 2010 28,168 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 VLF is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VLF, 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 VLF registered?

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

Is YL07 VLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL07 VLF shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YL07 VLF have outstanding finance?

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