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GX07 YFJ

2007 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,810 mi
Last recorded93,810 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX07 YFJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 93,810 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 85,915 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 85,915 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 May 2015 75,234 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 74,751 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 30 Apr 2015 74,751 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 23 Apr 2014 71,355 miles

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 71,355 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 61,498 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 50,768 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

stone chips front windscreen.

Pass 26 Apr 2011 38,741 miles

small stone chips and road marks front windscreen.

Pass 30 Apr 2010 26,780 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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GX07 YFJ is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GX07 YFJ, 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 GX07 YFJ registered?

GX07 YFJ is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 12 May 2007.

Is GX07 YFJ safe to buy?

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