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GR56 DDX

2007 BMW 5 Series

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

112,407 mi
Last recorded112,407 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR56 DDX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 112,407 miles

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

Fail 10 Feb 2026 112,407 miles

Central Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2025 105,590 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 99,778 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged cuts in sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2023 94,429 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 90,107 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2020 85,401 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 80,553 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 5 Jan 2019 73,338 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 68,864 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 68,864 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 60,488 miles

Engine oil leaks.

Pass 22 Feb 2016 53,667 miles

Gearbox oil leaks.

Slight oil leaks.

Fail 22 Feb 2016 53,650 miles

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

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

Gearbox oil leaks.

Slight oil leaks.

Pass 18 Feb 2015 45,607 miles

Engine oil leaks.

Wipers smear.

Pass 19 Feb 2014 38,251 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 30,607 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)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 20,679 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 19,465 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 15,010 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 11,510 miles

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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GR56 DDX is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GR56 DDX, 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

How do I check the history of GR56 DDX?

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What year was GR56 DDX registered?

GR56 DDX is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 15 January 2007.

Is GR56 DDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR56 DDX shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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