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SM57 VEP

2007 BMW X5

Green Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

172,656 mi
Last recorded172,656 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW X591,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM57 VEP
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2007
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2022 172,656 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2021 159,223 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 144,975 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Oct 2020 144,974 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2019 122,384 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2018 109,642 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 3 Apr 2017 101,902 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 87,525 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2015 75,617 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 63,936 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 53,190 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 40,589 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 38,182 miles

front inner brake pads look as if they are getting low

Pass 20 Oct 2010 28,599 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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SM57 VEP is a 2007 BMW X5 in Green with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SM57 VEP, 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

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What year was SM57 VEP registered?

SM57 VEP is a 2007 BMW X5, first registered on 7 December 2007.

Is SM57 VEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM57 VEP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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