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EF57 BHX

2007 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

136,130 mi
Last recorded136,130 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF57 BHX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2018 136,130 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 136,130 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn on outside edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 126,542 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2016 123,192 miles

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

Rear Both brake discs are slightly corroded.

Pass 24 Apr 2015 120,408 miles

Rear brake disc's are slightly corroded

Pass 10 Oct 2013 109,164 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 96,130 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 79,341 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2011 79,341 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 70,146 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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EF57 BHX is a 2007 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EF57 BHX, 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

How do I check the history of EF57 BHX?

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What year was EF57 BHX registered?

EF57 BHX is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 19 November 2007.

Is EF57 BHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF57 BHX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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