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YL07 BVD

2007 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

145,233 mi
Last recorded145,233 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL07 BVD
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2018 145,233 miles

oil leak

undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Feb 2017 138,264 miles

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

cant check rear seat belts due to child seats

cant check underneath due to under tray

engine oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2016 132,204 miles

cant check rear seat belts due to child seats

cant check underneath due to under tray

engine oil leak

Pass 10 Mar 2015 124,765 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

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

Pass 19 Dec 2013 116,427 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Jan 2013 112,055 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 104,476 miles

Centre Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 Apr 2011 104,476 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Centre Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 103,405 miles

o/s/f inner edge worn uneven

Pass 21 Jun 2010 101,553 miles

front numberplate peeling

front wipers smearing

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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YL07 BVD is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YL07 BVD, 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 YL07 BVD registered?

YL07 BVD is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 25 July 2007.

Is YL07 BVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL07 BVD shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YL07 BVD have outstanding finance?

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