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AM17 UMA

2017 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

46,432 mi
Last recorded46,432 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW 5 Series54,635 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM17 UMA
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 46,432 miles

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))

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

Fail 15 Nov 2025 46,406 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2024 38,068 miles

Advise engine bay covers & under trays fitted...

Pass 14 Nov 2023 33,671 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2023 33,671 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 30,239 miles

Advise engine bay covers & under trays fitted obscuring some testable components.

Fail 22 Nov 2022 30,194 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Advise engine bay covers & under trays fitted obscuring some testable components.

Pass 9 Nov 2021 26,674 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2021 26,656 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords ( 275/35/19. Run flat. ) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords ( 275/35/19 run flat . ) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ( Void of tread on the outer portion of the tyre. Almost worn through to the inner bracing. REPLACEMENT RECOMMENDED.245/40/19 . Run flat. ) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 21,607 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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AM17 UMA is a 2017 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2017 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 54,635 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 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 AM17 UMA, 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 9 years old, this BMW 5 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AM17 UMA registered?

AM17 UMA is a 2017 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 30 November 2017.

Is AM17 UMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM17 UMA shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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