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WP56 FRC

2007 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

159,376 mi
Last recorded159,376 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP56 FRC
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 159,376 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 155,399 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 150,015 miles

nsf tyre on limit on edge

Fail 4 Mar 2024 149,991 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2255017 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

nsf tyre on limit on edge

Pass 31 Jan 2023 146,103 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2023 146,020 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

o/s rear felxi hose cracking all tyers worn on the edges

Pass 19 Jan 2022 132,437 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 119,895 miles

both rear tyres worn on edges

nsf tyre on limit on edges

Pass 8 Jan 2020 111,148 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

front pads on limit

pads warning light on

Pass 4 Jan 2019 101,721 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 88,095 miles

man light on

Pass 12 Jan 2017 77,775 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2017 77,768 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/50 r17 (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear tyre on limit

Pass 19 Dec 2015 68,370 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 60,643 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 54,188 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 48,705 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 43,428 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 37,016 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 30,325 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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WP56 FRC is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 WP56 FRC, 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 WP56 FRC?

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What year was WP56 FRC registered?

WP56 FRC is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 5 January 2007.

Is WP56 FRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP56 FRC shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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