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HK07 DDV

2007 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

121,684 mi
Last recorded121,684 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK07 DDV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 121,684 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2026 121,684 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 117,234 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Apr 2025 117,234 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 105,572 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread very slight (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre two nails ()

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

Nearside slight condensation inside headlight

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread very slight (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 87,669 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 82,994 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Engine covers and under-trays are fitted which may obscure some components

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2021 79,620 miles

advise both rear tyres getting low

advise engine and undercovers fitted

Pass 7 Apr 2020 75,639 miles

engine noise

under shields fitted

Pass 11 Apr 2019 71,384 miles

engine covers and under shields fitted

Pass 12 Apr 2018 67,479 miles

engine covers and undersheilds fitted

Pass 12 Apr 2017 63,107 miles

engine covers and undersheilds fitted

Pass 15 Apr 2016 58,780 miles

engine covers fitted

undersheilds fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2015 53,408 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Mar 2014 47,792 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2013 42,268 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2012 36,662 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 36,662 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 May 2011 29,978 miles

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)

Pass 18 May 2010 24,743 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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HK07 DDV is a 2007 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 HK07 DDV, 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 HK07 DDV registered?

HK07 DDV is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 22 June 2007.

Is HK07 DDV safe to buy?

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