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YY56 UZX

2007 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

152,259 mi
Last recorded152,259 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY56 UZX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 152,259 miles

Both front discs worn

Pass 16 Oct 2024 133,657 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Oct 2023 129,069 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 115,725 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 98,597 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 84,480 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 69,165 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2019 69,165 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 56,645 miles

Engine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components

Pass 13 Jun 2017 51,016 miles

Engine cover and under tray fitted obstruct view

Pass 14 Mar 2016 47,775 miles

Engine cover and under tray fitted obstruct view

Pass 20 Feb 2015 43,379 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2014 38,752 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 33,985 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Feb 2012 28,836 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Mar 2011 23,798 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 23,253 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 14,114 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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YY56 UZX is a 2007 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 YY56 UZX, 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 YY56 UZX registered?

YY56 UZX is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 30 January 2007.

Is YY56 UZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY56 UZX shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YY56 UZX have outstanding finance?

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