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KNZ 8398

2007 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

181,944 mi
Last recorded181,944 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNZ 8398
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 17 Nov 2017 181,944 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 168,102 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 134,016 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 105,503 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Nov 2013 87,125 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 80,312 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 73,095 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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KNZ 8398 is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KNZ 8398, 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 KNZ 8398 registered?

KNZ 8398 is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 2 October 2007.

Is KNZ 8398 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KNZ 8398 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KNZ 8398 have outstanding finance?

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