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FY57 HSL

2007 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

154,209 mi
Last recorded154,209 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY57 HSL
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2021 154,209 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 227,807 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 130,534 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside washer jet not working

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 6 Nov 2019 130,534 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside washer jet not working

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 118,519 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 99,689 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 86,038 miles

Nearside Front Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

under tray fitted

Pass 15 Dec 2015 79,624 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 68,668 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre has a cut but cordes not exposed

Fail 20 Nov 2014 68,633 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre has a cut but cordes not exposed

Pass 28 Nov 2013 57,045 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 48,130 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 37,921 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 29,015 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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FY57 HSL is a 2007 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FY57 HSL, 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 FY57 HSL registered?

FY57 HSL is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 7 September 2007.

Is FY57 HSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY57 HSL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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