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FH57 LVK

2007 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

113,495 mi
Last recorded113,495 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH57 LVK
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 113,495 miles

T.P.M., light on

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

Fail 13 Nov 2025 113,495 miles

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

T.P.M., light on

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

Pass 21 Nov 2024 111,209 miles

T.P.M. light on

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

Pass 23 Nov 2023 108,803 miles

TPM light on

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

Pass 17 Nov 2022 105,863 miles

T.P.M. light on

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

Pass 11 Nov 2021 103,084 miles

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

Fail 11 Nov 2021 103,084 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

Pass 26 Nov 2020 101,171 miles

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

tyre pressure warning light on

Fail 26 Nov 2020 101,171 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

tyre pressure warning light on

Pass 14 Nov 2019 98,622 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 96,099 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Nov 2018 96,099 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 90,424 miles

no emission detected

Pass 30 Nov 2016 85,289 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 80,935 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 77,936 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 125,425 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 72,662 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 62,724 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2011 51,570 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 51,570 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 38,649 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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FH57 LVK is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 FH57 LVK, 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 FH57 LVK?

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What year was FH57 LVK registered?

FH57 LVK is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 30 November 2007.

Is FH57 LVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH57 LVK shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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