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HK57 EWF

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

173,099 mi
Last recorded173,099 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK57 EWF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 173,099 miles

Offside Front rack end

Pass 28 May 2025 166,657 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2024 164,065 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 153,217 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 140,813 miles
Fail 6 May 2022 140,542 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2021 133,154 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2020 129,917 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2020 129,916 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 1 May 2019 124,566 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2018 116,387 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2017 107,430 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2017 107,430 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 102,368 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 98,576 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 88,538 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Dec 2013 79,454 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Dec 2012 69,981 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 59,218 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2010 48,807 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 48,807 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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HK57 EWF is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 HK57 EWF, 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 HK57 EWF?

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What year was HK57 EWF registered?

HK57 EWF is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 19 December 2007.

Is HK57 EWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK57 EWF shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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