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FE52 BOB

2007 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

98,365 mi
Last recorded98,365 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE52 BOB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 98,365 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 96,404 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 95,033 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2023 95,033 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 93,613 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 92,777 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 92,291 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 86,484 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 78,812 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 72,452 miles

engine covers fitted

under body covers fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2016 69,564 miles

under body covers fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2015 65,000 miles

Nearside rear tyre perishing on inner edge

Offside rear tyre perishing on inner edge

Pass 1 Sep 2014 60,681 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Sep 2013 56,380 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Aug 2012 51,825 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jun 2011 47,772 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 44,077 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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FE52 BOB is a 2007 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 FE52 BOB, 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 FE52 BOB registered?

FE52 BOB is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 26 September 2007.

Is FE52 BOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE52 BOB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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