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HV57 WKL

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

162,619 mi
Last recorded162,619 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 162,619 miles

Front exhaust flexible joint in poor condition

Pass 28 Nov 2024 159,583 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated NS and OS into,the rear calliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2024 157,040 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS and OS perished in the tread pattern and the sidewalls (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front and rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 153,609 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished in the tread pattern and the sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 152,418 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated NS and OS are perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 150,601 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted

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

Pass 6 Jan 2020 149,005 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Nov 2018 145,678 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 21 Nov 2018 145,667 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 19 Dec 2017 143,005 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 22 Dec 2016 139,362 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit NS and OS (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NS and OS are corroded on the braking surface (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 134,374 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2014 128,924 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 1 Oct 2013 198,446 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Aug 2012 119,100 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Aug 2012 119,100 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Jul 2012 118,926 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 101,071 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Wiperblades smear

Pass 29 Sep 2010 74,172 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 74,172 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

osf tyre bold on inner shoulder

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 WKL is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WKL, 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 WKL registered?

HV57 WKL is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 15 October 2007.

Is HV57 WKL safe to buy?

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