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WJ07 YPW

2007 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

198,736 mi
Last recorded198,736 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ07 YPW
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2022 198,736 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 195,920 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 195,920 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2019 190,052 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 172,317 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 166,019 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 158,339 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 154,035 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 144,490 miles

handbrake lever ratchet slightly worn

Fail 8 Oct 2013 144,490 miles

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

handbrake lever ratchet slightly worn

Pass 8 Oct 2012 121,571 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 8 Oct 2012 121,571 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 14 Oct 2011 100,717 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2011 100,717 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 73,857 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 50,072 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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WJ07 YPW is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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

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 WJ07 YPW, 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 WJ07 YPW?

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What year was WJ07 YPW registered?

WJ07 YPW is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 30 March 2007.

Is WJ07 YPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ07 YPW shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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