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LF07 DYW

2007 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

131,369 mi
Last recorded131,369 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF07 DYW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2023 131,369 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2022 118,300 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 111,997 miles

small chip in windscreen at offside

Fail 14 Dec 2021 111,975 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fuel hose under bonnet has been modified , covered in pipe insulation and unable to inspect

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 108,156 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 102,015 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 24 May 2018 91,479 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2017 78,253 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

shields fitted upper and lower

Pass 22 Jun 2016 69,351 miles

Engine covers & Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 28 May 2015 64,181 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jun 2014 55,709 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Jun 2014 55,709 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jun 2013 43,988 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front / rear brake pads due in 4000? miles.advise.small dents in n/s/f and n/s/r/ inner wheel rims.

Pass 17 May 2012 32,456 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 32,456 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 22,668 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 14,124 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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LF07 DYW is a 2007 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LF07 DYW, 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 LF07 DYW registered?

LF07 DYW is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 20 July 2007.

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