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BF07 EMS

2020 BMW 5 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,495 mi
Last recorded69,495 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2020 BMW 5 Series36,579 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF07 EMS
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2020
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 69,495 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))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 51,912 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 28 Mar 2025 51,912 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2024 30,338 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2024 30,338 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 171,607 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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BF07 EMS is a 2020 BMW 5 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2020 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 36,579 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 BF07 EMS, 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 6 years old, this BMW 5 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BF07 EMS?

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What year was BF07 EMS registered?

BF07 EMS is a 2020 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 28 October 2020.

Is BF07 EMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF07 EMS shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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