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FD07 EXH

2007 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

154,580 mi
Last recorded154,580 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD07 EXH
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2023 154,580 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Power steering slightly noisy operation

Pass 28 Oct 2022 146,038 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front 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))

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2021 141,522 miles

Nearside Front 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))

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

Offside Rear tyre slightly worn on inner edge of tread

Pass 29 Oct 2020 137,010 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 May 2019 122,586 miles

Rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 19 Apr 2018 110,632 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 110,632 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2017 100,137 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 88,465 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 77,816 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 68,286 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 56,120 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 44,896 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 39,159 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 35,594 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 35,518 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 21 May 2010 35,147 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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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FD07 EXH is a 2007 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FD07 EXH, 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 FD07 EXH registered?

FD07 EXH is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 29 May 2007.

Is FD07 EXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD07 EXH shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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