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KS07 ELY

2007 BMW 5 Series

Black Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

102,891 mi
Last recorded102,891 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS07 ELY
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2023 102,891 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2022 98,362 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside (4.1.4 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside (4.1.4 (b))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords nearside front (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2022 98,362 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt nearside front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt offside front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside (4.1.4 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside (4.1.4 (b))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords nearside front (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 97,580 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 95,365 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 93,422 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 83,679 miles

both front tyre wall damage & rim damage

Fail 11 Sep 2017 83,622 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

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

both front tyre wall damage & rim damage

Pass 6 Sep 2016 80,811 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 14 Jul 2016 77,103 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

n/s/r tyre has slight tear on outer sidewall.

Pass 17 Jul 2015 112,355 miles

front brake discs slightly worn/corroded.

Pass 2 Jul 2014 63,275 miles

headlamp aim was too low, and too far to the left, now adjusted to correct aim.

rear brake discs slighty pitted/corroded.

Fail 18 Jun 2013 52,965 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 52,965 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 38,732 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jun 2011 33,767 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2010 25,372 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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KS07 ELY is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KS07 ELY, 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.

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What year was KS07 ELY registered?

KS07 ELY is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 June 2007.

Is KS07 ELY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS07 ELY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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