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RV57 GZU

2007 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

118,761 mi
Last recorded118,761 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW X591,059 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV57 GZU
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 118,761 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Mar 2026 118,756 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm also rear (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 112,845 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2024 104,387 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 94,296 miles

windscreen washers weak

Pass 14 Dec 2021 93,421 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2021 93,418 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 91,812 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 90,259 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2018 87,486 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 82,600 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2017 82,597 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2016 75,814 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)

Fail 5 Dec 2016 75,811 miles

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

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)

Pass 31 Dec 2015 70,714 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 67,557 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

small cut to n/s/f tyre inner sidewall

Pass 9 Jun 2014 61,555 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 12 Jun 2013 56,822 miles

Advise. rear most passenger seats stored at time of test.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2012 51,249 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 45,977 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 36,180 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X5?

Based on 1,735,343 MOT tests across 137,484 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
137,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,544
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29,936
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,930
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 21,276
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RV57 GZU is a 2007 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2007 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 91,059 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,544 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV57 GZU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 19 years old, this BMW X5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RV57 GZU?

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What year was RV57 GZU registered?

RV57 GZU is a 2007 BMW X5, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is RV57 GZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV57 GZU shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV57 GZU have outstanding finance?

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