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W6 YNC

2007 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

129,586 mi
Last recorded129,586 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW X591,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW6 YNC
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 129,586 miles

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

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

Fail 5 May 2026 129,586 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2025 121,682 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2024 113,297 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 19 Mar 2024 113,296 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 105,931 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2023 105,930 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2022 101,926 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective both worn (3.4 (b) (i))

n/s/f fog not working(unit corroded)

n/s/f light dim

n/s/r number plate dim

o/s/f headlight washer damaged

Fail 21 Mar 2022 101,926 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both worn (3.4 (b) (i))

n/s/f light dim

n/s/r number plate dim

o/s/f headlight washer damaged

Pass 11 Mar 2021 97,496 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Mar 2021 97,495 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 95,017 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 90,580 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 86,270 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 76,372 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 68,320 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 58,902 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres worn 3mm & wearing on edges.

Pass 17 Apr 2014 49,402 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 39,791 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 39,791 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 36,826 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 31,791 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 27,847 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 27,847 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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W6 YNC is a 2007 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 W6 YNC, 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 W6 YNC registered?

W6 YNC is a 2007 BMW X5, first registered on 8 September 2007.

Is W6 YNC safe to buy?

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