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LR57 VLX

2007 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

156,496 mi
Last recorded156,496 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR57 VLX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 156,496 miles

oil leak

rear brake pipes corroded

rear suspension bushes perished

under trays and engine covers fitted

Fail 26 May 2017 156,496 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

oil leak

rear brake pipes corroded

rear suspension bushes perished

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 27 May 2016 138,563 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 117,845 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 109,416 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 99,442 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 90,286 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

emissions too clean for smoke meter

Pass 21 Nov 2011 72,700 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 18 Nov 2011 72,700 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 54,510 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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LR57 VLX is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LR57 VLX, 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 LR57 VLX registered?

LR57 VLX is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 27 November 2007.

Is LR57 VLX safe to buy?

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