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KH56 FWF

2007 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

224,570 mi
Last recorded224,570 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH56 FWF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2023 224,570 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 28 Jul 2023 224,570 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2022 223,139 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Jun 2021 223,117 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2020 219,368 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 210,121 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2018 189,279 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 189,279 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 167,309 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 153,001 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 140,774 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 126,213 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2014 126,144 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Jan 2013 111,199 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 95,038 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 80,987 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 69,979 miles

both rear tyres on legal limet 1.6mm 225/50 17w rsc

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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KH56 FWF is a 2007 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 KH56 FWF, 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

How do I check the history of KH56 FWF?

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What year was KH56 FWF registered?

KH56 FWF is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 25 January 2007.

Is KH56 FWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KH56 FWF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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