CarVerify

Free Car Check

VX57 ULF

2007 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

112,507 mi
Last recorded112,507 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2016
Typical for 2007 BMW X591,059 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX57 ULF
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2016 112,507 miles

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

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

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 11 Jan 2016 112,507 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.2.B.1f)

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

brake warning light on

Fail 7 Jan 2016 112,500 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing not tested

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

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

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.2.B.1f)

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

brake warning light on

Pass 9 Sep 2014 99,804 miles

N/S REAR TYRE WORN INNER EDGE

Pass 28 Sep 2013 87,232 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2013 87,229 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2012 68,447 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2012 68,447 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 42,745 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 41,251 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2011 41,167 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 26,778 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
Full BMW X5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

VX57 ULF is a 2007 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VX57 ULF, 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 VX57 ULF?

You can check the full history of VX57 ULF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VX57 ULF registered?

VX57 ULF is a 2007 BMW X5, first registered on 8 December 2007.

Is VX57 ULF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX57 ULF shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VX57 ULF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on VX57 ULF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.