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FP07 FDO

2007 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

151,089 mi
Last recorded151,089 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP07 FDO
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 151,089 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rears (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear lower arms, inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 149,189 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arms inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 146,339 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 142,399 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 137,088 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 133,224 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 127,921 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 127,853 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Deep cut across the tread, also bulged on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside rear tyre worn close to wear markers

Pass 7 Sep 2018 119,730 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 114,112 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 107,667 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2015 100,499 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 95,579 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2014 95,579 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 90,628 miles

Slight play in nearside track rod end

Fail 23 Aug 2013 90,528 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Slight play in nearside track rod end

Pass 31 Aug 2012 79,404 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 65,660 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2011 65,660 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2010 48,179 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 45,345 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/f tyre down to 3mm

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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FP07 FDO is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 FP07 FDO, 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

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What year was FP07 FDO registered?

FP07 FDO is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 18 May 2007.

Is FP07 FDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP07 FDO shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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