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VK57 RZC

2007 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

161,038 mi
Last recorded161,038 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW X591,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK57 RZC
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2023 161,038 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

undertray fitted

Pass 31 Oct 2022 155,727 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2021 151,991 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Inner welded

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

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

Offside Rear welded in multiple places

Fail 28 Oct 2021 151,988 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Nearside Rear Inner welded

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

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

Offside Rear welded in multiple places

Pass 30 Oct 2020 146,352 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2020 146,350 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn chalked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 142,010 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 135,490 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2017 131,620 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s lower wishbones rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Nov 2017 131,620 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s lower wishbones rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 122,785 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 108,134 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 106,115 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2012 102,528 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 100,181 miles

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

Rear brake disc(s) ridged

Rear brake pad(s) getting low

Fail 17 Oct 2012 100,181 miles

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

Rear brake disc(s) ridged

Rear brake pad(s) getting low

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 75,528 miles

Nearside rear tyre 3mm

Offside rear tyre 3mm

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

Front brake disc(s) slightly ridged

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

Rear brake disc(s) slightly ridged

Pass 14 Oct 2010 52,913 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2009 30,492 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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VK57 RZC is a 2007 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VK57 RZC, 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 VK57 RZC registered?

VK57 RZC is a 2007 BMW X5, first registered on 24 September 2007.

Is VK57 RZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK57 RZC shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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