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AM07 FHN

2007 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

178,540 mi
Last recorded178,540 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM07 FHN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2019 178,540 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2018 171,985 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 171,836 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 162,447 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2015 149,996 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2015 149,996 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)

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

Fail 2 Jan 2015 136,257 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 2 Jan 2015 136,257 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 18 Oct 2013 124,828 miles

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

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

both rear tyres are wearing more on inner edges

Pass 3 Sep 2012 118,166 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 94,749 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 72,818 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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AM07 FHN 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 AM07 FHN, 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 AM07 FHN registered?

AM07 FHN is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 24 August 2007.

Is AM07 FHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM07 FHN shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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