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YJ07 PNR

2007 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

269,840 mi
Last recorded269,840 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ07 PNR
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 269,840 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2024 258,877 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2024 258,877 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 240,835 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2022 206,083 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 182,059 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2021 181,703 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2020 163,543 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Dec 2019 251,539 miles

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

rear tyres wearing inner

Pass 11 Dec 2018 235,282 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 134,076 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Dec 2016 120,507 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 110,262 miles

Engine bay covers fitted

Nearside Rear Tyre has puncture and is running at 0psi

Oil leak evident

Under body covers fitted

Fail 10 Dec 2015 110,234 miles

Offside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Engine bay covers fitted

Nearside Rear Tyre has puncture and is running at 0psi

Oil leak evident

Under body covers fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2014 102,827 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 90,754 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 13 Nov 2013 90,754 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 89,264 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 89,264 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2011 79,180 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2011 79,180 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 63,935 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front inner brake pad worn

nearside rear brake pads worn

nearside rear tyre worn

offside rear brake pads worn

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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YJ07 PNR is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YJ07 PNR, 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 YJ07 PNR registered?

YJ07 PNR is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 22 August 2007.

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The MOT history for YJ07 PNR shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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