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YX57 ZBU

2007 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,680 mi
Last recorded136,680 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX57 ZBU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2018 136,680 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (all) (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 117,093 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2016 98,627 miles

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. low (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 5 Oct 2016 98,607 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Nearside Front wearing on the iner edge

Pass 16 Sep 2015 84,407 miles

both rear tyres stepping on inner edge

n/s/f tyre low on outer edge

o/s/f tyre stepping on inner edge

undertrays and engine covers fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2014 71,419 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2013 60,741 miles

o/s/r b/disc corroded.

Pass 26 Sep 2012 51,719 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 42,035 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear tyres worn to 3mm

Pass 13 Sep 2011 42,035 miles

rear tyres worn to 3mm

Pass 27 Sep 2010 33,730 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 33,581 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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 ZBU is a 2007 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZBU, 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 YX57 ZBU registered?

YX57 ZBU is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 26 September 2007.

Is YX57 ZBU safe to buy?

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