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YG57 YFB

2007 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

131,078 mi
Last recorded131,078 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW X591,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG57 YFB
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 131,078 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2025 125,693 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 117,244 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 112,719 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2022 109,991 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2022 109,930 miles

Nearside Front Lower Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 107,795 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 106,571 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 101,239 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2019 101,239 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2018 97,134 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 95,883 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 94,616 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 90,009 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 86,199 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 80,478 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2013 80,468 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 65,800 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 62,419 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 62,410 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2010 42,491 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 42,435 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW X5?

Based on 1,735,343 MOT tests across 137,484 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
137,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,544
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29,936
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,930
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 21,276
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YG57 YFB is a 2007 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2007 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 91,059 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,544 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YG57 YFB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 19 years old, this BMW X5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YG57 YFB registered?

YG57 YFB is a 2007 BMW X5, first registered on 21 September 2007.

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The MOT history for YG57 YFB shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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