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FM07 YHW

2007 BMW X5

Blue Petrol 4799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

157,842 mi
Last recorded157,842 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW X591,059 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM07 YHW
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,799cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2019 157,842 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 145,262 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2018 144,679 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 May 2017 103,032 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 82,347 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 70,610 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 May 2014 57,647 miles

Nearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 May 2014 57,647 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 54,405 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 May 2012 52,001 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 49,040 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 49,027 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 6 May 2011 49,017 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 41,410 miles

Unable to view some areas due to panelling etc.

How Reliable is the BMW X5?

Based on 1,735,343 MOT tests across 137,484 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
137,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,544
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29,936
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,930
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 21,276
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FM07 YHW is a 2007 BMW X5 in Blue with a 4,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2007 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 91,059 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 X5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,544 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM07 YHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 19 years old, this BMW X5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FM07 YHW registered?

FM07 YHW is a 2007 BMW X5, first registered on 31 July 2007.

Is FM07 YHW safe to buy?

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