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GX57 OCW

2007 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

186,728 mi
Last recorded186,728 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX57 OCW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2023 186,728 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 166,667 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2022 166,667 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working Loose connection (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 146,881 miles

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

Slight corrosion underneath the vehicle.

Under tray fitted.

Pass 6 Dec 2019 131,315 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 120,216 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 111,335 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 94,205 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 94,196 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 78,272 miles

Nearside Front lower suspension arm bush starting to split

wiper blades smeary

Pass 28 Nov 2014 69,376 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 63,994 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 5 Mar 2013 47,059 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 33,408 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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GX57 OCW is a 2007 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GX57 OCW, 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 GX57 OCW registered?

GX57 OCW is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 11 September 2007.

Is GX57 OCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX57 OCW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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