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GL57 BBJ

2007 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

195,071 mi
Last recorded195,071 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW X591,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 BBJ
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 195,071 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 187,930 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

Fail 13 Feb 2025 187,930 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2024 174,916 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 170,305 miles

when car jacked up rear brakes tight to turn

Pass 31 Jan 2022 159,102 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 150,812 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Jan 2021 150,812 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 142,238 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Jul 2019 142,238 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 136,026 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 136,024 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Fail 28 Jun 2018 136,018 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Mar 2017 127,400 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 112,160 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 112,158 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 90,621 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2014 77,257 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 51,265 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

couldn't see inner rear brake pads

front tyres slightly bald on inner edges

Fail 15 Feb 2013 51,260 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Fail 17 Jan 2012 40,334 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 40,334 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 28,768 miles

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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GL57 BBJ is a 2007 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 GL57 BBJ, 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.

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What year was GL57 BBJ registered?

GL57 BBJ is a 2007 BMW X5, first registered on 21 December 2007.

Is GL57 BBJ safe to buy?

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