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HV57 OPK

2007 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

284,449 mi
Last recorded284,449 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2016
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV57 OPK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2016 284,449 miles

oil leak

Fail 4 Nov 2016 284,411 miles

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

oils leaks

Fail 25 Oct 2016 284,356 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Fuel cap seal weak

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

Nearside Front weep from shock

Oil leak ()

odd brand tyres rear axle

Fail 22 Sep 2016 283,086 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Differential has a oil leak

Engine management light on

Engine oil leak

Pass 28 Aug 2015 257,002 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

covers fitted obscuring some components

n/s/r tyre inner sidewall damaged

oil leak

Pass 27 Aug 2014 220,509 miles

E.M.L light on

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

o/s/r tyre cut on outer side wall

Pass 15 Aug 2013 178,648 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 140,918 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

n/s/f tyre damaged

o/s/r wheel bearing or outer c.v. joint seeping grease

Pass 25 Aug 2011 104,960 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

nearside and offside front tyres showing signs of uneven tread wear

Fail 24 Aug 2011 104,803 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

nearside and offside front tyres showing signs of uneven tread wear

offside rear tyre wearing more on inner edge

Pass 25 Aug 2010 72,569 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 72,566 miles

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

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

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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HV57 OPK is a 2007 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 HV57 OPK, 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 HV57 OPK registered?

HV57 OPK is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 25 September 2007.

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