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FH07 ZDM

2007 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

186,235 mi
Last recorded186,235 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH07 ZDM
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2024 186,235 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2023 180,773 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 7 Jan 2022 170,564 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 18 Jan 2021 160,922 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 14 Jan 2021 160,910 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 23 Jul 2019 153,004 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 153,004 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 146,847 miles

Engine covers&under trays fitted,obscuring underside components

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 12 Jul 2018 146,847 miles

Engine covers&under trays fitted,obscuring underside components

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 24 Jul 2017 144,201 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Jul 2016 136,578 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 125,716 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 111,563 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 97,083 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 84,511 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 69,393 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 54,269 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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FH07 ZDM is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FH07 ZDM, 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

How do I check the history of FH07 ZDM?

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What year was FH07 ZDM registered?

FH07 ZDM is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 26 July 2007.

Is FH07 ZDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH07 ZDM shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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