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T18 ABU

2007 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

142,300 mi
Last recorded142,300 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT18 ABU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2018 142,300 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 134,463 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

engine covers and under trays fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 23 Feb 2016 130,697 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 124,156 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 114,021 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 106,036 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 105,792 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Feb 2012 89,346 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 62,660 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 38,120 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 17,880 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 5,007 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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T18 ABU is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 T18 ABU, 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 T18 ABU?

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What year was T18 ABU registered?

T18 ABU is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 12 September 2007.

Is T18 ABU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T18 ABU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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