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GJ07 DWA

2007 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2023
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

191,041 mi
Last recorded191,041 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ07 DWA
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2022 191,041 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 188,334 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both(front arms) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2021 188,334 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (rear arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 185,018 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

tyre pressure light on.

Fail 27 Oct 2020 185,018 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk stretched or damaged likely to lead to failure under load (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

tyre pressure light on.

Pass 30 Oct 2019 179,587 miles

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2019 179,587 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 176,618 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 24 Oct 2018 176,618 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear facing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 168,349 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

engine and under covers fitted

Pass 21 Oct 2016 164,333 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 159,557 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 154,979 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 154,979 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 150,906 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 143,204 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2012 143,204 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 126,200 miles

front brake disc worn

Fail 18 Oct 2011 126,200 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake disc worn

Pass 22 Oct 2010 112,244 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2010 112,244 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 91,961 miles

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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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GJ07 DWA is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 GJ07 DWA, 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 GJ07 DWA registered?

GJ07 DWA is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 March 2007.

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