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AY57 ZXN

2007 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

153,972 mi
Last recorded153,972 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY57 ZXN
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2023 153,972 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective offside and nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

engine covers fitted

Pass 23 Dec 2022 146,745 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2021 145,066 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 142,658 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 138,141 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 134,020 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (3.5.1g)

diesel emissions to clear for smoke reading

Pass 30 Sep 2016 126,569 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 116,167 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 106,157 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 106,128 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2013 95,388 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2013 95,241 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Sep 2012 85,701 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 75,392 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 71,508 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 71,508 miles

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

advise brake inspection....

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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AY57 ZXN is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AY57 ZXN, 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 AY57 ZXN registered?

AY57 ZXN is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 September 2007.

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