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EF07 LFX

2007 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

365,147 mi
Last recorded365,147 miles
Recorded on29 May 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF07 LFX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2020 365,147 miles
Fail 27 May 2020 365,147 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 362,746 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 360,202 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 354,253 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 308,057 miles

Front brake pads getting low

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Small nail present within centre of tyre tread

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth low - 3mm

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth low - 3mm

Pass 26 May 2015 262,680 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 20 May 2015 261,588 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

engine oil leak

Pass 9 Jun 2014 212,908 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 155,984 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 155,706 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2012 87,958 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 80,757 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 61,859 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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EF07 LFX is a 2007 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EF07 LFX, 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 EF07 LFX registered?

EF07 LFX is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 24 May 2007.

Is EF07 LFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF07 LFX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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