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JO52 UAX

2007 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

132,488 mi
Last recorded132,488 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJO52 UAX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 132,488 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 127,844 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2024 127,840 miles

Offside Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2023 124,434 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 122,032 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 117,116 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 112,612 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 107,604 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2018 107,604 miles

Offside Front Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 105,007 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 96,188 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 95,990 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2015 82,035 miles

Front wipers smearing screen

Offside Front seat belt slow to retract

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

child seats fitted not allowing full inspection or rear adult belts

Fail 19 Oct 2015 82,035 miles

Front wipers smearing screen

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front seat belt slow to retract

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

child seats fitted not allowing full inspection or rear adult belts

Pass 23 Oct 2014 69,617 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Oct 2013 67,077 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 64,192 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Oct 2011 50,721 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 37,501 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 20,781 miles

ofside front tyre side wall damage

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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JO52 UAX is a 2007 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 JO52 UAX, 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 JO52 UAX registered?

JO52 UAX is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 15 March 2007.

Is JO52 UAX safe to buy?

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