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LA56 ZXJ

2007 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

128,708 mi
Last recorded128,708 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA56 ZXJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 128,708 miles

brake pad warning light on

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 117,134 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin OS NS FRONTS (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 107,229 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 101,359 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 93,306 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 89,109 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 84,652 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 82,229 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 May 2017 79,260 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 30 May 2017 79,259 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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)

Oil leak ()

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 May 2016 74,628 miles

rear seat belts not checked because child seat fitted

Pass 4 Jun 2015 69,862 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 61,853 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 61,848 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 16 May 2013 56,507 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 17 May 2012 51,473 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 17 May 2012 51,473 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 2 Jun 2011 45,380 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 May 2010 38,919 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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LA56 ZXJ is a 2007 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LA56 ZXJ, 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 LA56 ZXJ registered?

LA56 ZXJ is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 28 February 2007.

Is LA56 ZXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA56 ZXJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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