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YB07 VAJ

2007 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

114,267 mi
Last recorded114,267 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB07 VAJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2019 114,267 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2018 111,630 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 101,993 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 101,993 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 93,425 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 93,425 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 85,115 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Jul 2014 76,728 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 65,778 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front Foglight not working

Pass 2 Jul 2012 56,971 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 73,903 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 73,903 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 29,844 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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YB07 VAJ is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YB07 VAJ, 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

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What year was YB07 VAJ registered?

YB07 VAJ is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 22 June 2007.

Is YB07 VAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB07 VAJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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