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HY57 HLN

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

137,653 mi
Last recorded137,653 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY57 HLN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2020 137,653 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 126,143 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 113,460 miles

middle exhaust heat-shield loose

Fail 27 Aug 2018 113,345 miles

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

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

middle exhaust heat-shield loose

Pass 28 Jul 2017 101,640 miles

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

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

SMALL CHIP IN N/S/F WINDSCREEN

Pass 27 Jul 2016 91,002 miles

CHIPS IN THE FRONT WINDSCREEN

Fail 27 Jul 2016 91,002 miles

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

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

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

CHIPS IN THE FRONT WINDSCREEN

FRONT BRAKE DISCS ARE UNDERCUT

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

Fail 1 Aug 2015 81,239 miles

Nearside drive shaft oil seal leaking.

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 81,239 miles

Nearside drive shaft oil seal leaking.

Pass 4 Aug 2014 71,362 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 50,805 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 43,943 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 36,585 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 28,642 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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HY57 HLN is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HY57 HLN, 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 HY57 HLN registered?

HY57 HLN is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is HY57 HLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY57 HLN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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