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YC07 AVW

2007 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

119,742 mi
Last recorded119,742 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC07 AVW
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 119,742 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 116,346 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement anti roll bar moves side to side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front arms of the two (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 113,206 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2023 113,203 miles

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

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 110,557 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 106,692 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 103,535 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 97,445 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 93,726 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 87,644 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 87,644 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Apr 2017 87,644 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 80,747 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 3 Apr 2015 68,032 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2014 59,293 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 47,353 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 38,016 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 32,703 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 25,961 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 25,961 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s front tyre has a cut in the sidewall but is not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

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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YC07 AVW is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YC07 AVW, 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 YC07 AVW registered?

YC07 AVW is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 24 April 2007.

Is YC07 AVW safe to buy?

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