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YF07 MXL

2007 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

137,132 mi
Last recorded137,132 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF07 MXL
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 137,132 miles

Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside + nearside (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside + nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2023 134,823 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2022 128,656 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 118,245 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 108,324 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 102,586 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 94,993 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 87,873 miles

Offside Rear tyre wearing/worn on edge

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 79,313 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Apr 2015 79,313 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s hand brake effort could be improved advise attention

Pass 29 Apr 2014 76,959 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s hand brake effort could be improved

Pass 24 Apr 2013 69,659 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 24 Apr 2013 69,659 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 17 Oct 2011 50,312 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Ex Centre Box Rattling

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

Fail 15 Oct 2011 50,249 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Ex Centre Box Rattling

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2010 38,759 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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YF07 MXL is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YF07 MXL, 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 YF07 MXL registered?

YF07 MXL is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 23 May 2007.

Is YF07 MXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF07 MXL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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