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SD57 NFG

2007 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

233,977 mi
Last recorded233,977 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD57 NFG
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 233,977 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 227,244 miles

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

Nearside Front bumper damage

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 357,524 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2024 357,401 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside park brake cable damaged by driveshaft

Pass 19 Jun 2023 210,363 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2022 202,744 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both shockers (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2021 194,029 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2021 194,028 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 183,339 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 172,631 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 166,007 miles

Nearside Front brake back plate corroded insecure

Offside Front brake back plate corroded insecure

covers fitted to floors inspection restricted

engine under tray fitted inspection restricted of some component

Fail 8 Jan 2018 166,007 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device loose retaining clip (3.5.1j)

Offside Front brake caliper securing device loose retaining clip (3.5.1j)

Nearside Front brake back plate corroded insecure

Offside Front brake back plate corroded insecure

covers fitted to floors inspection restricted

engine under tray fitted inspection restricted of some component

Pass 21 Nov 2017 165,612 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

covers fitted to floor pans inspection restricted

engine oil level on min mark

engine under tray fitted inspection restricted of some components

Pass 25 Nov 2016 154,820 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2015 147,930 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 136,638 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 120,041 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 107,642 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 92,671 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 80,605 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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SD57 NFG is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 SD57 NFG, 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 SD57 NFG registered?

SD57 NFG is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 27 November 2007.

Is SD57 NFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD57 NFG shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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