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FD57 FZK

2007 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

260,210 mi
Last recorded260,210 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD57 FZK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2020 260,210 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2019 248,666 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2018 241,570 miles

long handbrake travel

Pass 13 Sep 2017 212,859 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just past

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 11 Sep 2017 212,819 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake efficiency only just past

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 202,569 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 197,433 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

front tyres wearing inner edges badly

nearside door mirror deteriorating

Pass 12 Sep 2014 177,347 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

mil light on

Pass 20 Sep 2013 144,786 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Sep 2013 144,786 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Sep 2012 110,410 miles

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

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)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 74,331 miles

uneven wear to front tyres

Pass 27 Sep 2010 48,972 miles

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

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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FD57 FZK is a 2007 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 FD57 FZK, 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 FD57 FZK registered?

FD57 FZK is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 5 November 2007.

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The MOT history for FD57 FZK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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