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HV57 ZHB

2007 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

227,123 mi
Last recorded227,123 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV57 ZHB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2023 227,123 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2023 226,886 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Parking Brake In Need Of Adjustment

Pass 3 Sep 2022 213,525 miles

Nearside Front Wheel fouling on inner arch.

General under body corrosion.

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

Under trays/engine covers fitted.

Pass 6 Sep 2021 197,813 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 188,111 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 176,313 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 28 Aug 2019 176,313 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2018 165,135 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 151,215 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2016 143,538 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 143,538 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 131,800 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 121,389 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 111,356 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 93,802 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 93,802 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2011 80,814 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 60,767 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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HV57 ZHB is a 2007 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 ZHB, 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 ZHB registered?

HV57 ZHB is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 29 October 2007.

Is HV57 ZHB safe to buy?

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