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FJ57 PRV

2007 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

253,367 mi
Last recorded253,367 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ57 PRV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 253,367 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2024 253,089 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2023 229,006 miles

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point deformed upwards (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Fuel tank slightly loose Damage to tank strap - not loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point deformed upwards (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point deformed upwards (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point deformed upwards (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2023 229,006 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point deformed upwards (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Fuel tank slightly loose Damage to tank strap - not loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point deformed upwards (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point deformed upwards (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point deformed upwards (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 218,999 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 209,732 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively NSF - OSF (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively NSR - OSR (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin NSR - OSR (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2020 193,390 miles

Central Rear diff has slight oil leak

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front brake backing plate corroded

Fail 31 Jul 2020 193,390 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Rear diff has slight oil leak

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front brake backing plate corroded

Pass 28 Nov 2018 179,277 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 171,400 miles

Offside Rear tyre cut on inner sidewall but no cords

Fail 5 Oct 2017 171,400 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Rear tyre cut on inner sidewall but no cords

Pass 8 Oct 2016 164,400 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2016 164,400 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2016 158,848 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 149,989 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2014 138,799 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 132,059 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2013 132,059 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 27 Jan 2012 127,335 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 27 Jan 2012 127,335 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 120,839 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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FJ57 PRV is a 2007 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 FJ57 PRV, 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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FJ57 PRV is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 8 November 2007.

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