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YC57 DBV

2007 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

145,119 mi
Last recorded145,119 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC57 DBV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2024 145,119 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 141,757 miles

Engine & Under-tray(s) fitted obscuring some components

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 137,441 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2022 137,441 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 128,530 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 111,040 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2020 111,040 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2019 99,633 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2017 66,712 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 66,712 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 61,054 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 56,165 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2014 42,549 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 42,548 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 31,683 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 31,683 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 31,603 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

plastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

Pass 12 Oct 2010 27,279 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside front tyre

plastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

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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YC57 DBV is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 YC57 DBV, 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 YC57 DBV registered?

YC57 DBV is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 8 October 2007.

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The MOT history for YC57 DBV shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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