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FH57 AEF

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

151,572 mi
Last recorded151,572 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH57 AEF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2017 151,572 miles

Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both sides (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 14 Feb 2017 151,572 miles

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both sides (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 140,226 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 126,282 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Dec 2013 117,817 miles

o/s front headlamp insecure.

rear brake pads worn.

Pass 7 Dec 2012 94,449 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 68,066 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 47,736 miles

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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FH57 AEF is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FH57 AEF, 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 FH57 AEF registered?

FH57 AEF is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 29 November 2007.

Is FH57 AEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH57 AEF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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