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GU57 GEK

2007 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

193,123 mi
Last recorded193,123 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2015
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU57 GEK
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2015 193,123 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2014 183,155 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 176,001 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 161,430 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 150,105 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 139,266 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 139,266 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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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GU57 GEK is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 GU57 GEK, 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 GU57 GEK?

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What year was GU57 GEK registered?

GU57 GEK is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is GU57 GEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU57 GEK shows 7 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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