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YB57 KJJ

2007 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,291 mi
Last recorded147,291 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB57 KJJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2022 147,291 miles

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

suspension bushes worn/perished,offside park brake poor.

Pass 13 Oct 2021 143,308 miles

suspension bushes worn.

Fail 12 Oct 2021 143,308 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

suspension bushes worn.

Pass 8 Oct 2020 139,186 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 131,194 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 125,085 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 119,943 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 117,753 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2016 117,753 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2015 111,768 miles

all tyres wearing on inside edge

rear suspension air bags slightly perished

Fail 14 Jan 2014 106,806 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 106,806 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 93,482 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 72,440 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 72,440 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 50,595 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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YB57 KJJ is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Black 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 YB57 KJJ, 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 YB57 KJJ registered?

YB57 KJJ is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 12 December 2007.

Is YB57 KJJ safe to buy?

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