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AK57 SWX

2007 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

202,697 mi
Last recorded202,697 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK57 SWX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2024 202,697 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Outer 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 22 Feb 2024 202,687 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Outer 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 7 Nov 2022 201,046 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 193,909 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front 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 13 Oct 2020 184,962 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 156,335 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 136,039 miles

Undertrays, sill & engine covers

Pass 4 May 2017 119,276 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 116,033 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 109,587 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 99,811 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 92,253 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 92,252 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 84,140 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 72,800 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2010 49,448 miles

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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AK57 SWX is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AK57 SWX, 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

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What year was AK57 SWX registered?

AK57 SWX is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 5 October 2007.

Is AK57 SWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK57 SWX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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