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LD57 GWK

2007 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,964 mi
Last recorded134,964 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD57 GWK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2023 134,964 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2023 134,944 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 131,858 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 124,967 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 122,588 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracks (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracks (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertrays hiding some components

Fail 30 Jun 2020 122,588 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracks (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracks (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertrays hiding some components

Pass 5 Jul 2019 119,864 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Faded (0.1 (b))

Engine cover and under trays masking some components

Fail 5 Jul 2019 119,864 miles

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

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Faded (0.1 (b))

Engine cover and under trays masking some components

Pass 13 Jul 2018 114,713 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 109,434 miles

engine covers/under-tray blocking view of components.

Fail 24 Jun 2017 109,430 miles

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

engine covers/under-tray blocking view of components.

Pass 5 Jul 2016 103,293 miles

engine covers & undertrays hiding some components

Fail 5 Jul 2016 103,293 miles

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

engine covers & undertrays hiding some components

Pass 29 Jun 2015 95,807 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jun 2014 89,652 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 85,406 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jul 2012 816,131 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Jul 2011 76,683 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 74,331 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 73,760 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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LD57 GWK is a 2007 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 LD57 GWK, 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.

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What year was LD57 GWK registered?

LD57 GWK is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is LD57 GWK safe to buy?

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