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FN07 XHM

2007 BMW 520

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

143,294 mi
Last recorded143,294 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN07 XHM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2022 143,294 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 136,041 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2019 136,041 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 121,612 miles

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

Oil leak ()

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 111,655 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 101,432 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit getting low inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 96,182 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 88,832 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jan 2013 71,743 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

plastic outer sill covers

tested in wet conditions

Pass 14 Feb 2012 54,481 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2012 54,478 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 38,551 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 28,541 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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FN07 XHM is a 2007 BMW 520 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FN07 XHM, 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 FN07 XHM registered?

FN07 XHM is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 29 March 2007.

Is FN07 XHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN07 XHM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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