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HY07 XBU

2007 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

122,413 mi
Last recorded122,413 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY07 XBU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 122,413 miles

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

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

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

Fail 15 Oct 2025 122,408 miles

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2024 108,283 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 2 Oct 2024 108,253 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2023 93,420 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2022 88,457 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 81,920 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2020 76,653 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2020 76,653 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 69,951 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 65,899 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 63,031 miles

N/S/R & O/S/R TYRES OUT SIDE CUTS

Pass 30 Jun 2016 59,649 miles

n/s/r tyre out side cut

Pass 3 Jul 2015 55,441 miles

N/S/F TYRE OUT SIDE CUT

Pass 4 Jul 2014 51,127 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 51,006 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 45,968 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 45,968 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 40,475 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 34,551 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 25,951 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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HY07 XBU is a 2007 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 HY07 XBU, 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 XBU registered?

HY07 XBU is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 29 March 2007.

Is HY07 XBU safe to buy?

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