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YL07 VAU

2007 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

44,140 mi
Last recorded44,140 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL07 VAU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2023 44,140 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 41,870 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2022 41,870 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2021 40,562 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2021 40,562 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever requires adjustment

Pass 4 Nov 2020 39,695 miles

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

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 38,747 miles

Number plate slightly damaged but not likely to be misread Front

Undertrays & engine covers fitted at the time of test

Pass 25 Oct 2018 36,805 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2018 36,805 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2017 33,550 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Nov 2017 33,549 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2016 31,741 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 28,408 miles

Emissions tested but too low for a print out reading

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

Pass 28 Oct 2014 25,420 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 22,372 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 19,335 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 15,948 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 12,024 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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YL07 VAU is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YL07 VAU, 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 VAU registered?

YL07 VAU is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 31 July 2007.

Is YL07 VAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL07 VAU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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