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FAB 100B

2007 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

143,691 mi
Last recorded143,691 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAB 100B
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 143,691 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 141,113 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 137,183 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 133,018 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 130,205 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 126,904 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Jul 2021 126,904 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2019 126,870 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 120,942 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 114,056 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 106,144 miles

E.m.l. on

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

Nearside Front Tyre has cut on side wall

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Rear tyres has cut on side wall

Fail 20 Dec 2016 106,144 miles

E.m.l. on

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

Nearside Front Tyre has cut on side wall

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Rear tyres has cut on side wall

Pass 19 Dec 2015 97,762 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 90,278 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2013 83,864 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 80,607 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2011 77,384 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 56,503 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FAB 100B is a 2007 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FAB 100B, 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 FAB 100B?

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What year was FAB 100B registered?

FAB 100B is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 30 November 2007.

Is FAB 100B safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAB 100B shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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