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HF57 FVM

2007 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

229,590 mi
Last recorded229,590 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF57 FVM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2023 229,590 miles

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

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil fronts (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2022 215,765 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2021 205,863 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 200,741 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR ARM, REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 196,397 miles

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

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

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

slight oil leak rear diff area

Fail 9 Aug 2018 193,689 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged or deteriorated and function is seriously affected air bag (5.3.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Offside Rear air bag worn

slight oil leak rear diff area

Pass 20 Jun 2017 189,846 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Feb 2016 182,814 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 182,804 miles

Exhaust particulate filter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 173,701 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 166,450 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

blue smoke emmited at idle but not excessive

Fail 1 Aug 2013 166,448 miles

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 Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

blue smoke emmited at idle but not excessive

Pass 12 Jul 2012 158,012 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 129,561 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 94,840 miles

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

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

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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HF57 FVM is a 2007 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HF57 FVM, 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 HF57 FVM registered?

HF57 FVM is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 12 September 2007.

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