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H17 NER

2026 BMW 520

Green Hybrid electric (clean)
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

81,236 mi
Last recorded81,236 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH17 NER
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2026
ColourGreen
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 81,236 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 74,976 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 67,529 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2024 67,489 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 60,506 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 52,716 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 44,354 miles

Front under tray fitted unable to inspect certain components

Pass 12 Feb 2020 38,339 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Upper and lower covers fitted unable to inspect certain components

Pass 27 Feb 2019 28,971 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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H17 NER is a 2026 BMW 520 in Green. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 H17 NER, 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 0 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was H17 NER registered?

H17 NER is a 2026 BMW 520, first registered on 15 June 2026.

Is H17 NER safe to buy?

The MOT history for H17 NER shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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