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WV57 FVY

2007 BMW 7 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

234,717 mi
Last recorded234,717 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 7 Series103,134 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV57 FVY
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2023 234,717 miles

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

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

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

Fail 2 Feb 2023 234,717 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 1 Feb 2022

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

undertry loose

Fail 31 Jan 2022

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

Road wheel fixing missing x4 wheel nuts (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2021 219,799 miles

both side front tyre worn on edges

Pass 26 Jun 2019 211,719 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear differential bushes worn

Fail 23 May 2019 211,609 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn frontmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn frontmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear differential bushes worn

Pass 31 May 2018 203,287 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 May 2018 203,283 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

oil pressure warning on dash

Pass 13 Sep 2017 205,161 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 155,483 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 118,555 miles

rear tyres below 3mm

Pass 5 Jan 2015 106,227 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 97,966 miles

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

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

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 87,405 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 77,803 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 20 Aug 2010 48,468 miles

both sides front tyres very heavily worn on edges recommend immediate replacement

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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WV57 FVY is a 2007 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2007 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 103,134 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 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WV57 FVY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 19 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WV57 FVY registered?

WV57 FVY is a 2007 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 5 September 2007.

Is WV57 FVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV57 FVY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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