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HN57 SZR

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2025
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

158,009 mi
Last recorded158,009 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN57 SZR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2024 158,009 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 152,512 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2023 152,512 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2022 145,477 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2022 145,477 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2021 140,483 miles

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Nov 2021 140,483 miles

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2021 137,066 miles

Offside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement / nearside rear lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2021 137,065 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement / nearside rear lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and nearside rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 134,359 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 129,817 miles

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

Offside Rear seat belt flexible stalk buckle sticking but operational

Pass 6 Nov 2017 126,735 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2017 126,733 miles

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

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt / nearside front (2.4.G.2)

Offside Tyre worn close to the legal limit / nearside front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 119,068 miles

Nearside Front wron inner edge

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 11 Oct 2016 119,068 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front wron inner edge

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2015 114,363 miles

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

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

Pass 15 Oct 2014 108,182 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Brake Disc Worn & Corroded

Offside Front Brake Disc Worn & Corroded

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2013 96,217 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Nov 2013 96,216 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Nov 2012 72,931 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside front tyre tread low on outer edge.

Offside front tyre tread low on outer edge.

Pass 1 Nov 2011 50,549 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 37,578 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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HN57 SZR is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 HN57 SZR, 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 HN57 SZR registered?

HN57 SZR is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 26 October 2007.

Is HN57 SZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN57 SZR shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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