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HG57 GHN

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

206,890 mi
Last recorded206,890 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG57 GHN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2022 206,890 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 195,887 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2021 195,869 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

engine and body covers fitted at time of test

Fail 25 Oct 2021 195,853 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

engine and body covers fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Oct 2020 183,199 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2019 171,021 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 160,085 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2018 160,084 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Nov 2017 152,357 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2016 140,953 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 26 Oct 2016 140,947 miles

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 7 Nov 2015 127,391 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 112,191 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 95,091 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine managment light on

Pass 30 Oct 2012 77,873 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 57,404 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 35,928 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 14,507 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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HG57 GHN is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HG57 GHN, 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 HG57 GHN registered?

HG57 GHN is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 11 October 2007.

Is HG57 GHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG57 GHN shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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