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VX57 UHK

2007 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

182,916 mi
Last recorded182,916 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX57 UHK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2023 182,916 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 173,676 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 163,142 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2021 163,139 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 Jan 2020 155,573 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 148,796 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 145,790 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 132,543 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 115,208 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 100,263 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 84,363 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 69,784 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 55,708 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 11 Feb 2011 42,443 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 38,932 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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VX57 UHK is a 2007 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 VX57 UHK, 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 VX57 UHK registered?

VX57 UHK is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 1 November 2007.

Is VX57 UHK safe to buy?

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