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YL07 VRX

2007 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

181,212 mi
Last recorded181,212 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2024 181,212 miles

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

Under tray fitted under engine not allowing full inspection of engine

Pass 17 Apr 2023 177,291 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

undertrays fitted not allowing full underbody inspection to be done

Fail 17 Apr 2023 177,291 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

undertrays fitted not allowing full underbody inspection to be done

Undertray likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 169,953 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2022 169,953 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 161,201 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2021 161,201 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2020 151,806 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside front tyre worn & perished on edges. Advise swap to rear.

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 137,504 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2018 123,488 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 123,488 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 109,672 miles

Oil leak gearbox ()

Pass 19 Apr 2016 99,425 miles

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

Nearside Front sidelights slightly dim

Pass 17 Apr 2015 89,747 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 15 Apr 2014 74,542 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 74,506 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 61,910 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 48,562 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 34,906 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 33,563 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 22,950 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 VRX is a 2007 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2007 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 110,264 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 VRX, 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 VRX registered?

YL07 VRX is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 3 August 2007.

Is YL07 VRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL07 VRX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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