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HV57 ZGT

2007 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

130,452 mi
Last recorded130,452 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV57 ZGT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2017 130,452 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Dec 2017 130,452 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2016 129,285 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 127,348 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 126,121 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 108,709 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 108,709 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 90,265 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 73,849 miles

tyres rear 2mm tread

Pass 7 Oct 2010 58,973 miles

ALL FOUR TYRES ON THE LEGAL LIMIT (FRONT AND REAR TYRES)

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 ZGT is a 2007 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 ZGT, 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 ZGT registered?

HV57 ZGT is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 18 October 2007.

Is HV57 ZGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV57 ZGT shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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