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D3 BHW

2017 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,067 mi
Last recorded60,067 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 5 Series54,635 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD3 BHW
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 60,067 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Mar 2026 60,067 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2026 43,765 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2025 43,750 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 41,436 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))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 57,210 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 36,268 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 54,518 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2024 54,518 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2023 32,094 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 51,657 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 24,842 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt All three belts

Pass 25 Mar 2022 48,288 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 17,381 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 17,199 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2020 44,301 miles

car body undertrays fitted

Fail 12 Oct 2020 44,301 miles

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

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

car body undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Apr 2019 39,315 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 33,351 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 25,567 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 19,363 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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D3 BHW is a 2017 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 D3 BHW, 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

How do I check the history of D3 BHW?

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What year was D3 BHW registered?

D3 BHW is a 2017 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 11 September 2017.

Is D3 BHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D3 BHW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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