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GL07 UHO

2007 BMW 5 Series

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,027 mi
Last recorded97,027 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL07 UHO
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 97,027 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 95,503 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Dec 2024 95,503 miles

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Nearside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 93,784 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 91,613 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 90,030 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front number plate cracked (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Rear number plate cracked (0.1 (b))

Undetrays fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2020 87,425 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2020 87,425 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 84,548 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both fluctuating - possibly warped (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 8 Nov 2019 84,547 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both fluctuating - possibly warped (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 82,089 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 76,988 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 73,886 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 70,957 miles

Emiisions not triggered

Pass 18 Nov 2014 66,719 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 64,148 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 61,134 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 58,858 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 54,482 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 54,472 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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GL07 UHO is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GL07 UHO, 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 GL07 UHO registered?

GL07 UHO is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 11 July 2007.

Is GL07 UHO safe to buy?

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