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L5 JOB

2007 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

133,963 mi
Last recorded133,963 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL5 JOB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 133,963 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 118,557 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 104,254 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 95,415 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 91,349 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 88,864 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 81,778 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 76,641 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin With inner pad that appears on limit - advise full check with road wheels removed to confirm wear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin With inner pad that appears on limit - advise full check with road wheels removed to confirm wear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Advise full clean & re-check for source if unknown (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 70,182 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 62,312 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner rear brake pads appear worn thin with a restricted view. Advise full check with wheels removed to confirm wear. (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 58,674 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 58,674 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2015 53,269 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 46,853 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 36,654 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 27,979 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear tyres on 3mm.

Pass 23 Aug 2011 16,730 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 14,061 miles

Leaking nail in n/s/f tyre.

Small cut on inner wall of n/s/r tyre.

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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L5 JOB is a 2007 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 L5 JOB, 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 L5 JOB registered?

L5 JOB is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is L5 JOB safe to buy?

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