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J88 KGE

2007 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

170,924 mi
Last recorded170,924 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ88 KGE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 170,924 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 31 May 2025 164,523 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread small crack/chip (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear LED registration plate light flickers intermittently

Oil leak, but not excessive oil residue covering engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside just above legal limit- 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 151,189 miles

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Fail 31 May 2024 151,077 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Pass 5 Jun 2023 141,416 miles

brake pad wear warning lamp on

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view screen cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 2 Jun 2023 141,165 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view screen cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

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

brake pad wear warning lamp on

Pass 31 May 2022 132,308 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SAID (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2021 118,342 miles

Both front to rear discs and pads close to legal limits, both rear inner arm bushes slightly cracking.

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

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

Fail 3 Jun 2021 118,342 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Both front to rear discs and pads close to legal limits, both rear inner arm bushes slightly cracking.

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 112,541 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 94,636 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 89,472 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 82,982 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

very low emission out put no print out

Pass 29 Jul 2016 72,175 miles

Offside Rear tyre has a cut deep

Pass 7 Aug 2015 66,229 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2014 60,707 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 60,707 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 52,784 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 52,784 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Fail 10 Aug 2012 43,190 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 43,190 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 36,991 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 28,968 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing low from outer edge ans has 2 nails in it

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

Fail 10 Sep 2010 28,968 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside front tyre wearing low from outer edge ans has 2 nails in it

Offside Front 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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J88 KGE is a 2007 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 J88 KGE, 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 J88 KGE registered?

J88 KGE is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 4 September 2007.

Is J88 KGE safe to buy?

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