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LT57 SVW

2007 BMW 5 Series

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

123,406 mi
Last recorded123,406 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT57 SVW
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 123,406 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 123,402 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2023 120,588 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2022 117,596 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 114,261 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 172,457 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 8 Jun 2020 172,456 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 30 May 2019 158,558 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear cannot see tops of rear coil springs which are behind covers

under trays

Pass 21 Jun 2018 91,256 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 73,710 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Mar 2016 68,716 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 62,270 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2014 54,633 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 54,632 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2013 50,451 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Mar 2013 50,451 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 May 2012 43,498 miles

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

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

slight wear on nearside front tyre ,outer edges

Pass 9 Feb 2011 25,092 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 22,047 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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LT57 SVW is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LT57 SVW, 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 LT57 SVW?

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What year was LT57 SVW registered?

LT57 SVW is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 12 October 2007.

Is LT57 SVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT57 SVW shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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