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AG07 VDL

2007 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

196,134 mi
Last recorded196,134 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG07 VDL
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 196,134 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 193,450 miles

covers fitted

Fail 12 Sep 2024 193,450 miles

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

covers fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2023 186,112 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 176,535 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

underside covers obscuring view of some components

Pass 27 Sep 2021 166,520 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Sep 2021 166,514 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2020 166,330 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2019 150,663 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 145,000 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 50% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 139,875 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 134,599 miles

undertrays

Fail 2 Sep 2016 134,599 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

undertrays

Pass 9 Sep 2015 129,407 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 123,291 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 117,823 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 114,084 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s rear driveshaft damp with fluid

Pass 22 Sep 2011 108,171 miles

n/s and o/s/f tyres worn on inner edges

o/s/r c.v gaiter slight leak

Pass 4 Aug 2010 60,541 miles

o/s/f tyre worn low on edges of tread

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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AG07 VDL is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2007 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 106,963 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AG07 VDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 19 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AG07 VDL?

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What year was AG07 VDL registered?

AG07 VDL is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 14 August 2007.

Is AG07 VDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG07 VDL shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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