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HK56 SZF

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2023
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

168,921 mi
Last recorded168,921 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK56 SZF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2022 168,921 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 160,687 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2021 160,687 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 154,678 miles

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Mar 2019 154,675 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 151,345 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear brake slight bind

both front tyres worn low inside edge

under covers fitted

Fail 11 Jun 2018 151,345 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear brake slight bind

both front tyres worn low inside edge

under covers fitted

Fail 24 May 2018 151,077 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Parking brake lever pivot worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing x 2 (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Offside Rear handbrake slight bind after use

under covers fitted

both front brake callipers wet with brake fluid

Pass 4 May 2017 147,907 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2016 137,774 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2016 137,596 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 125,642 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 125,632 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 119,480 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 21 Mar 2013 119,480 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 102,853 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 84,058 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 72,467 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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HK56 SZF 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 61.1%.

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 HK56 SZF, 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 HK56 SZF registered?

HK56 SZF is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 31 January 2007.

Is HK56 SZF safe to buy?

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