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LG57 HJN

2007 BMW 5 Series

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

116,355 mi
Last recorded116,355 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG57 HJN
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 116,355 miles

undertrays/sill covers covering testable items

Pass 4 Dec 2024 115,500 miles

Front Upper Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened Advise both front shock absorber rubber gaiters split inc bump stops (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear lower arms front inner bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2024 115,496 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Advise Engine rattle when engine revs

Front Upper Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened Advise both front shock absorber rubber gaiters split inc bump stops (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear lower arms front inner bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 113,923 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Advise both front tyres cracking / perishing NEAR FAIL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm front bush perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Advise both rear tyres cracking / perishing NEAR FAIL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 113,177 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 105,866 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Dec 2021 105,866 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 99,613 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2020 99,613 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 97,114 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 91,229 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 84,495 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 77,443 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Oct 2013 70,782 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2012 63,049 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 54,547 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 43,396 miles

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

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

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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LG57 HJN is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LG57 HJN, 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 LG57 HJN?

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What year was LG57 HJN registered?

LG57 HJN is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 26 October 2007.

Is LG57 HJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG57 HJN shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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