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HK57 EWL

2007 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

170,965 mi
Last recorded170,965 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK57 EWL
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 30 May 2026 170,965 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 141,016 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 May 2024 139,103 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2023 135,324 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 130,355 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 125,647 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Apr 2020 118,960 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 112,272 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 108,427 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 101,831 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

no emissions given (0%

Pass 4 Nov 2016 98,869 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 89,438 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 81,456 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2013 73,374 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 65,757 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 57,158 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 49,782 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 EWL is a 2007 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EWL, 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 HK57 EWL registered?

HK57 EWL is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 20 December 2007.

Is HK57 EWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK57 EWL shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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