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SJ57 GHU

2007 BMW X5

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

158,111 mi
Last recorded158,111 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW X591,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ57 GHU
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 158,111 miles

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 152,938 miles

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

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated weeping grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both Wipers (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 139,680 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2022 124,724 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 124,137 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn/ distorted on the inner tread 275/40/20 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Dec 2021 124,137 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn/ distorted on the inner tread 275/40/20 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 116,896 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 113,203 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 108,691 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 100,867 miles

Both rear tyres heavily worn on the inner edges; just legal

Pass 2 Dec 2016 89,166 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 75,933 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 60,712 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Dec 2013 47,660 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 37,437 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2011 27,711 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 21,017 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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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SJ57 GHU is a 2007 BMW X5 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 SJ57 GHU, 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 SJ57 GHU?

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What year was SJ57 GHU registered?

SJ57 GHU is a 2007 BMW X5, first registered on 17 October 2007.

Is SJ57 GHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ57 GHU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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