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KH07 MZN

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2025
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

152,353 mi
Last recorded152,353 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH07 MZN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2024 152,353 miles

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

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

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

Fail 17 Jan 2024 152,353 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2023 146,654 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both worn (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2022 145,049 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 143,198 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2021 143,198 miles

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 142,370 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 139,225 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2018 139,225 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 137,182 miles

Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 4 Jan 2018 137,179 miles

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

Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 28 Dec 2016 134,159 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 130,580 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2015 125,764 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 125,764 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 121,509 miles

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Fail 7 Jan 2014 121,509 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

presenter adviced

Pass 9 Jan 2013 110,261 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 30 Dec 2011 95,798 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front & rear disc worn

n/s/f tyre inner edge worn

Pass 18 Jun 2010 85,148 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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KH07 MZN is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KH07 MZN, 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 KH07 MZN registered?

KH07 MZN is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 12 May 2007.

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