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HV57 URZ

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

184,860 mi
Last recorded184,860 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV57 URZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2019 184,860 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2019 184,840 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2018 173,950 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))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 161,304 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 148,434 miles

Nearside park brake reading just in limits

Offside wiper blade starting to split

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 140,244 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 131,430 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 125,425 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 117,781 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 108,119 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 94,587 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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HV57 URZ is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 HV57 URZ, 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 HV57 URZ registered?

HV57 URZ is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 8 October 2007.

Is HV57 URZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV57 URZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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