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HY07 SXB

2007 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

149,047 mi
Last recorded149,047 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY07 SXB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2024 149,047 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear subframe mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2024 149,047 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear subframe mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 142,737 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2023 142,727 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Oct 2022 131,467 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 120,972 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) play at o/s road wheel ()

Pass 22 Oct 2020 115,450 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 109,704 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 103,814 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 98,105 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2016 90,757 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 84,273 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 75,534 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2013 67,622 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 59,700 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 51,121 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 39,292 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

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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HY07 SXB is a 2007 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HY07 SXB, 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 HY07 SXB registered?

HY07 SXB is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 1 March 2007.

Is HY07 SXB safe to buy?

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