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GR07 HBE

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

147,809 mi
Last recorded147,809 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR07 HBE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 147,809 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2025 137,683 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 135,817 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 131,995 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 126,920 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 121,894 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 115,984 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 111,124 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 106,376 miles

crack to n/s screen

Pass 26 Jul 2016 97,694 miles

After market HID headlamp bulbs fitted

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

intermitant steering lock failure warning on dash

vechicle does not have self levelling headlamps or headlight washers

Fail 25 Jul 2016 97,673 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam intermittantly not working and warning on dash (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam intermittantly not working and warning on dash (1.7.5a)

After market HID headlamp bulbs fitted

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

intermitant steering lock failure warning on dash

vechicle does not have self levelling headlamps or headlight washers

Pass 30 Jul 2015 89,932 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2014 83,911 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2014 83,911 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 70,698 miles

trigger point not met

Pass 7 Aug 2012 59,840 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 52,501 miles

high travel on hand brake

nearside inner brake light inop

nearside rear tyre worn to legal limits need changing now

Fail 12 Aug 2011 52,499 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

high travel on hand brake

nearside inner brake light inop

nearside rear tyre worn to legal limits need changing now

Pass 6 Aug 2010 44,441 miles

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

all brake discs slight wear

fuel tank strap loose

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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GR07 HBE is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 GR07 HBE, 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 GR07 HBE registered?

GR07 HBE is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 29 June 2007.

Is GR07 HBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR07 HBE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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