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FX57 OAU

2007 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

121,320 mi
Last recorded121,320 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX57 OAU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 121,320 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2024 112,022 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S & N/S FRONT TYRES WEAR ON OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 101,362 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2022 95,447 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 88,956 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 88,816 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 87,079 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 80,036 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 75,306 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 10 Mar 2017 69,974 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 64,886 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 56,892 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 56,871 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

nsf tyre low tread both edges

wipers some smearing

Pass 7 Mar 2014 50,396 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 42,514 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 31,342 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 22,006 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 15,613 miles

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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FX57 OAU is a 2007 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FX57 OAU, 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 FX57 OAU registered?

FX57 OAU is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 18 December 2007.

Is FX57 OAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX57 OAU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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