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FH56 OTF

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

163,616 mi
Last recorded163,616 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH56 OTF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2018 163,616 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 163,616 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 155,490 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 22 Jan 2016 146,119 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2015 135,608 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 129,663 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 121,879 miles

play in off side steering rack

Pass 1 Feb 2012 112,118 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)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 100,203 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 100,203 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Feb 2010 82,813 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)

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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FH56 OTF is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FH56 OTF, 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 FH56 OTF registered?

FH56 OTF is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 15 February 2007.

Is FH56 OTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH56 OTF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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