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HG57 VMH

2007 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

127,154 mi
Last recorded127,154 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG57 VMH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2017 127,154 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2017 127,150 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage valance broken (6.1.C.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit 225/50/17 (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2016 115,836 miles

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

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

exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 24 Oct 2015 104,987 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads wearing low (3.5.1g)

front exhaust cover rattling

gearbox has slight oil leak

under trays an engine covers fitted

Fail 17 Oct 2015 104,737 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads wearing low (3.5.1g)

front exhaust cover rattling

gearbox has slight oil leak

under trays an engine covers fitted

Pass 15 Jan 2015 94,382 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 88,931 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Feb 2013 75,218 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 75,216 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jan 2012 59,948 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 45,650 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 VMH is a 2007 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VMH, 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

How do I check the history of HG57 VMH?

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What year was HG57 VMH registered?

HG57 VMH is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 28 December 2007.

Is HG57 VMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG57 VMH shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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