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YB56 GNK

2007 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

195,715 mi
Last recorded195,715 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB56 GNK
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2017 195,715 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 178,978 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 162,224 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 150,525 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 112,383 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2013 112,383 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 98,096 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 93,065 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 90,177 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 72,398 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fuel filler flap ejector button innop

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

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

Fail 18 Dec 2009 72,398 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fuel filler flap ejector button innop

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

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

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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YB56 GNK is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YB56 GNK, 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 YB56 GNK?

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What year was YB56 GNK registered?

YB56 GNK is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 February 2007.

Is YB56 GNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB56 GNK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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