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FY57 FME

2007 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

218,393 mi
Last recorded218,393 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY57 FME
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2022 218,393 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 205,104 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2020 205,104 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2019 191,076 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2019 191,076 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Nov 2018 170,132 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2018 170,132 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 151,756 miles

under floor covers fitted

Pass 17 Nov 2016 132,414 miles

both rear tyres on legal limit

front brake discs worn

front brake pads appear low

nearside front lower ball joint has slight play

nearside front shock absorber leaking

nearside front tyre close to legal limit

offside front tyre on legal limit

Pass 11 Nov 2015 114,088 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 114,081 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 96,656 miles

front brake pad overdue indicator illuminated

front brake pads very low

Fail 20 Nov 2013 80,980 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 80,980 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Nov 2012 68,291 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 57,372 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 43,998 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 43,998 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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FY57 FME 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 66.7%.

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 FY57 FME, 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 FY57 FME registered?

FY57 FME is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is FY57 FME safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY57 FME shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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