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BV57 LEJ

2007 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,097 mi
Last recorded83,097 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV57 LEJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 83,097 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 1 Mar 2025 76,970 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2023 75,375 miles

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) rack end play ()

Fail 8 Aug 2023 75,361 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) rack end play ()

Pass 8 Aug 2022 68,109 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2022 68,085 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 58,926 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 53,291 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 44,048 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 38,402 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 32,684 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2017 32,651 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jun 2016 32,012 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 32,010 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 28,729 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 24,447 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 20,820 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 17,191 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 12,963 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 9,906 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 530?

Based on 801,983 MOT tests across 56,322 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,757
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
56,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30,757
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,664
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11,558
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,764
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,374
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BV57 LEJ is a 2007 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2007 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 103,419 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 530 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 30,757 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV57 LEJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 530 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 19 years old, this BMW 530 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BV57 LEJ?

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What year was BV57 LEJ registered?

BV57 LEJ is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 2 October 2007.

Is BV57 LEJ safe to buy?

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