MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
187,996 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))
Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))
under-trays and engine cover fitted
Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
under-trays and engine cover fitted
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
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YL07 XVJ is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.
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 YL07 XVJ, 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.
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What year was YL07 XVJ registered?
YL07 XVJ is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 6 August 2007.
Is YL07 XVJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for YL07 XVJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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