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HN57 FRO

2007 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

124,124 mi
Last recorded124,124 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN57 FRO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 124,124 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 118,779 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2025 118,779 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction dash (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 112,965 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 106,187 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 101,103 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 98,047 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 94,057 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 91,020 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 86,367 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 82,130 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 82,129 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Aug 2016 78,582 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 74,273 miles

both front tyres badly worn on inner edges

Pass 18 Aug 2014 70,310 miles

Oil leak

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both front tyres badly worn on inner edge

Pass 12 Aug 2013 64,771 miles

centre stop light not working

Pass 21 Aug 2012 57,933 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 49,960 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2011 49,960 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 42,213 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 42,213 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

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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HN57 FRO is a 2007 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 HN57 FRO, 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 HN57 FRO registered?

HN57 FRO is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 15 October 2007.

Is HN57 FRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN57 FRO shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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