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KR57 VSY

2007 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

151,987 mi
Last recorded151,987 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR57 VSY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2021 151,987 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 144,982 miles

engine covers / under body covers fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Mar 2020 144,950 miles

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

engine covers / under body covers fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Mar 2019 140,466 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/r & n/s/r (2mm centre tread) (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Mar 2019 140,466 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/r & n/s/r (2mm centre tread) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 135,018 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 120,496 miles

both sides rear lower suspension arm bushs just starting to split

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Jul 2016 96,252 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

seepage from diff

Pass 12 Jun 2015 74,584 miles

slight oil leak from rear of cylinder head

Pass 4 Jul 2014 61,952 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 50,494 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 50,494 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 12 Sep 2012 46,402 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 46,402 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 39,309 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 33,599 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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KR57 VSY is a 2007 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KR57 VSY, 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 KR57 VSY registered?

KR57 VSY is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 16 November 2007.

Is KR57 VSY safe to buy?

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