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HX57 VNZ

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

182,319 mi
Last recorded182,319 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX57 VNZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2019 182,319 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2018 173,644 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge worn bald. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 12 Dec 2018 173,644 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge worn bald. (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2017 165,803 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Fail 30 Nov 2017 165,703 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2016 158,554 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 28 Nov 2015 145,070 miles

HID headlamps fitted as an aftermarket fitment.

Fail 28 Nov 2015 145,070 miles

HID headlamps fitted as an aftermarket fitment.

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. Both (1.8)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 137,799 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on edges

Pass 12 Dec 2013 116,505 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 98,125 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 80,175 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 58,965 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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HX57 VNZ is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HX57 VNZ, 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.

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What year was HX57 VNZ registered?

HX57 VNZ is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 14 December 2007.

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The MOT history for HX57 VNZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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