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KX57 VYJ

2007 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

157,884 mi
Last recorded157,884 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX57 VYJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2019 157,884 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2019 157,559 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 139,450 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 139,343 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 89,483 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 82,543 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 74,560 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2012 74,359 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2011 67,215 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2011 49,486 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 31,422 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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KX57 VYJ is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 KX57 VYJ, 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 KX57 VYJ registered?

KX57 VYJ is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 27 November 2007.

Is KX57 VYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX57 VYJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KX57 VYJ have outstanding finance?

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