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YF57 EZE

2007 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

167,239 mi
Last recorded167,239 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF57 EZE
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 167,239 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2024 155,889 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 28 Oct 2023 149,842 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 145,481 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 30 Oct 2021 140,517 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 135,928 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

TPMS light

Pass 4 Nov 2019 129,164 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Nov 2019 129,159 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 118,924 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 103,870 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 87,201 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 77,842 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 69,537 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 69,537 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 58,268 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 50,104 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2011 42,491 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 32,147 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2010 32,748 miles

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

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

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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YF57 EZE is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 YF57 EZE, 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 YF57 EZE?

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What year was YF57 EZE registered?

YF57 EZE is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 20 November 2007.

Is YF57 EZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF57 EZE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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