Archived DVLA Record

2007 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · YC57 DYY

YC57 DYY

2007 BMW 520 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 27/09/2007. Recorded mileage 243,959 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
BMW 520
Year / Origin
2007 · Leeds
MOT Status
Valid until 08/09/2023
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
243,959 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

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Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 08/09/2023
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2007
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The 2007 BMW 520 has a recent MOT history showing frequent pass/fail cycles with no recorded defects. The most recent entry on 2022-09-09 shows a pass at 243,959 miles, but a failed test just one day earlier at the same mileage (243,957 miles) suggests potential inconsistency in testing or minor issues resolved quickly. No defects were noted in any MOT, which may indicate the vehicle met basic safety standards but does not confirm the absence of underlying wear. The pattern of alternating passes and fails at similar mileages (e.g., 2021-09-08: pass/fail at 232,235 miles) raises questions about the reliability of the MOT outcomes. Without defect details, it is unclear if failures were due to minor oversights, temporary faults, or procedural errors. The trend does not clearly show worsening or improvement, as the vehicle has consistently passed in later tests despite high mileage. The vehicle’s 243,959 miles over 19 years equates to approximately 12,840 miles annually, which is high for its age. This suggests heavy usage, potentially accelerating wear on components like brakes, suspension, and the drivetrain. However, the lack of recorded defects in MOTs implies these systems may have been maintained adequately. The high mileage could also indicate periods of frequent use rather than long-term storage, though this remains speculative without further data.

YC57 DYY Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 09/09/2022
  • 243,959 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (50%)
! Older vehicle
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YC57 DYY Mileage History

  1. 08/09/2021232,235 mi
  2. 08/09/2021232,235 mi
  3. 08/09/2022243,957 mi+11,722 mi
  4. 09/09/2022243,959 mi+2 mi

Average of roughly 11,702 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

YC57 DYY MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 BMW 520 (YC57 DYY) between September 2021 and September 2022.

The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 09 September 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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