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HJ57 YKG

2007 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,121 mi
Last recorded155,121 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ57 YKG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2017 155,121 miles

front brake discs slightly worn/pitted

front suspension components corroded

Pass 6 Dec 2016 147,948 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 145,889 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 143,342 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

N/S/R outer CV boot deteriorated rear brake discs & pads not yet contaminated by grease

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Aug 2015 143,342 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

N/S/R outer CV boot deteriorated rear brake discs & pads not yet contaminated by grease

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Sep 2014 128,946 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

N/S/R drive shaft gaiter deteriorated

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Aug 2013 108,004 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Aug 2013 108,004 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Aug 2012 88,650 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres wearing low centre sections.

offside front tyre wearing low outer edge.

small stone chips front windscreen.

stone cuts tyre treads.

Pass 22 Aug 2011 66,763 miles

stone chips and road marks front windscreen.

Fail 22 Aug 2011 66,763 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

stone chips and road marks front windscreen.

Pass 25 Jun 2010 45,516 miles

boot liner trim fitted preventing a full inspection of the rear suspension upper mounts

engine undertray fitted

front and rear brake discs wearing

plastic engine covers fitted preventing a full inspection of the under bonnet fuel and brake lines

plastic outer sill covers fitted

plastic undertrays fitted over the majority of the vehicle underside preventing a full inspection of the front to rear fuel and brake lines

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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HJ57 YKG is a 2007 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HJ57 YKG, 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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HJ57 YKG is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 16 October 2007.

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