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D8 STV

2007 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

238,763 mi
Last recorded238,763 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD8 STV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 238,763 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2025 234,401 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged both sides flexi (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 229,298 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 224,943 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 219,736 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 216,692 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 214,223 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 209,403 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 205,698 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 201,665 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 195,921 miles

dash mot reminder reset

Pass 12 Dec 2014 190,860 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 13 Dec 2013 174,936 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 152,685 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 130,694 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 111,192 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 82,841 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 82,841 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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D8 STV is a 2007 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 D8 STV, 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.

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What year was D8 STV registered?

D8 STV is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 5 January 2007.

Is D8 STV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D8 STV shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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