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J15 SFC

2007 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

167,058 mi
Last recorded167,058 miles
Recorded on23 May 2016
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ15 SFC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2016 167,058 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 157,780 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N.S.R parking brake low

Oil leak

Pass 16 Aug 2013 128,507 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 128,507 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 100,868 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 77,148 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 57,634 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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J15 SFC is a 2007 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 J15 SFC, 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 J15 SFC registered?

J15 SFC is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 30 March 2007.

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