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FH07 EZW

2007 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

156,641 mi
Last recorded156,641 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH07 EZW
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 156,641 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 152,744 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 143,875 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 126,162 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 124,812 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 122,245 miles

Hand brake lever ratchet slightly worn

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 118,393 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018 118,390 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 114,945 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 15 Sep 2016 112,593 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 112,593 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 18 Jun 2014 109,799 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

noise from clutch when depress the clutch pedal.

Pass 18 Jun 2014 109,799 miles

noise from clutch when depress the clutch pedal.

Pass 18 Jun 2013 102,600 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 90,768 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 90,630 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

offside front tyre has age cracks

Pass 23 Jun 2011 87,384 miles

osr parking brake has little effort

Pass 19 Jun 2010 71,188 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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FH07 EZW is a 2007 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 FH07 EZW, 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 FH07 EZW?

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What year was FH07 EZW registered?

FH07 EZW is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 25 June 2007.

Is FH07 EZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH07 EZW shows 18 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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