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HN07 NKC

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

189,356 mi
Last recorded189,356 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN07 NKC
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 189,356 miles

surface corrosion on undercarriage

Pass 15 Jun 2024 181,321 miles

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

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

underneath vehicle corrosion

Pass 14 Dec 2021 170,971 miles

car has surface rust on undercarriage

Pass 10 May 2019 165,557 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 159,593 miles

Front wipers slightly smearing

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 8 May 2018 159,593 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

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

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

Front wipers slightly smearing

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 152,454 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 146,013 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 3 May 2016 146,013 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 138,973 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 130,206 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 130,206 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

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

Fail 4 May 2013 122,645 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 May 2013 122,645 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 114,752 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 93,180 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 89,103 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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HN07 NKC is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 HN07 NKC, 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.

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What year was HN07 NKC registered?

HN07 NKC is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 30 April 2007.

Is HN07 NKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN07 NKC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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