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YX57 YOY

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

122,460 mi
Last recorded122,460 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX57 YOY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2023 122,460 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2023 122,460 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 112,472 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 176,910 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2018 104,160 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 104,160 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2016 87,154 miles

Offside Rear brake pad sensor loose

Fail 2 Sep 2016 87,150 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Offside Rear brake pad sensor loose

Pass 11 Jun 2015 72,768 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 67,080 miles

n/s front and rear tyre side walls damaged but not to cords

Pass 2 Feb 2013 60,179 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 47,965 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 32,733 miles

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

Nearside front brake disc pitted

Nearside front wiper blade smearing

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

Offside front brake disc pitted

Offside front wiper blade smearing

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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YX57 YOY is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YX57 YOY, 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

How do I check the history of YX57 YOY?

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What year was YX57 YOY registered?

YX57 YOY is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 18 September 2007.

Is YX57 YOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX57 YOY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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