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AV57 NHN

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

182,126 mi
Last recorded182,126 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV57 NHN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2017 182,126 miles

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Fail 13 Mar 2017 182,126 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

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

registration plate faded both (6.3.1d)

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

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2015 169,272 miles

oil leak

Fail 2 Dec 2015 169,272 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

oil leak

Pass 3 Nov 2014 157,573 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exaust down pipe flexy weak

Pass 4 Nov 2013 232,986 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Nov 2012 205,250 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Inner Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

n/s/front tyre wall damaged

Pass 18 Oct 2011 111,554 miles

slight movement in both inner rack joints

underside of car muddy

undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2010 97,949 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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AV57 NHN is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AV57 NHN, 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 AV57 NHN registered?

AV57 NHN is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 4 October 2007.

Is AV57 NHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV57 NHN shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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