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CE57 ZFM

2007 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

191,870 mi
Last recorded191,870 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE57 ZFM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2018 191,870 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Boomerang Shape (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2018 191,870 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Boomerang Shape (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 173,894 miles

Front brake discs heavily worn

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Sep 2017 173,894 miles

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

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Front brake discs heavily worn

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside front tyre heavily worn on outer edge

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 157,365 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 139,750 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 133,360 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 115,501 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 90,077 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 59,910 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 34,201 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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CE57 ZFM is a 2007 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 CE57 ZFM, 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

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What year was CE57 ZFM registered?

CE57 ZFM is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 19 September 2007.

Is CE57 ZFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE57 ZFM shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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