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HN57 SZT

2007 BMW 523

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

147,933 mi
Last recorded147,933 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 52376,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN57 SZT
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 147,933 miles

Clutch pedal anti slip missing

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

Pass 27 Feb 2024 141,935 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2024 141,935 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 Mar 2023 134,020 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 126,387 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 120,786 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2020 117,091 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play ball joint has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2019 113,300 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2019 113,299 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2018 109,989 miles

wet conditions under covers restricting view

Pass 8 Mar 2017 104,814 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 101,509 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2015 96,372 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 88,099 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 77,027 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Oct 2011 68,063 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 47,708 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW 523?

Based on 254,660 MOT tests across 20,979 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
5,849
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
20,979
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,201
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,085
parking brake recording little or no effort 9,427
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,143
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,285
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HN57 SZT is a 2007 BMW 523 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2007 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 76,912 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 523 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 17,201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HN57 SZT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 523 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 19 years old, this BMW 523 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HN57 SZT?

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What year was HN57 SZT registered?

HN57 SZT is a 2007 BMW 523, first registered on 10 November 2007.

Is HN57 SZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN57 SZT shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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