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BU07 ZHD

2007 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

167,992 mi
Last recorded167,992 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 7 Series103,134 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU07 ZHD
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 167,992 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2025 167,991 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2024 147,250 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2023 126,916 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Nov 2022 107,605 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 102,085 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Nov 2021 102,085 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

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

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

Pass 26 May 2020 99,932 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 May 2020 99,932 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 96,832 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Sep 2016 90,276 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 1 Sep 2016 90,273 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 3 Sep 2015 83,547 miles

Nearside Front screen cracked, out of swept area,not affecting view of the road

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

Pass 10 Nov 2014 78,492 miles

Oil leak

Fail 10 Nov 2014 78,492 miles

Exhaust particulate filter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Nov 2013 73,788 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 65,778 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 58,391 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 49,884 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 49,884 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Fail 15 Nov 2010

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 41,347 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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BU07 ZHD is a 2007 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2007 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 103,134 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 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU07 ZHD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 19 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU07 ZHD registered?

BU07 ZHD is a 2007 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 8 March 2007.

Is BU07 ZHD safe to buy?

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