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HD57 MRU

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

175,081 mi
Last recorded175,081 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD57 MRU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2019 175,081 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 159,243 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 145,000 miles

Nearside Front additional side light inop

Fail 7 Jun 2017 144,821 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front additional side light inop

Pass 27 May 2016 120,619 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 102,679 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2014 84,316 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Oil level on minimum

Fail 9 May 2014 84,316 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Oil level on minimum

Pass 25 Apr 2013 68,474 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage wheel rims.

small stone chips front windscreen.

Pass 19 Mar 2012 51,872 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 37,835 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 37,823 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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HD57 MRU is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HD57 MRU, 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 HD57 MRU registered?

HD57 MRU is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 4 December 2007.

Is HD57 MRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD57 MRU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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