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LF07 FBY

2007 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

106,575 mi
Last recorded106,575 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF07 FBY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2019 106,575 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both(outer shoulder) (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Jul 2019 106,575 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both(outer shoulder) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 May 2018 98,345 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 97,947 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 16 Feb 2018 97,947 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Registration plate lamp not working now not l.e.d. (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2017 86,940 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 74,985 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 66,567 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Feb 2014 57,930 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 48,198 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 48,165 miles

front brake pads worn over 50%

rear brake pads worn over 50%

Fail 19 Sep 2012 48,165 miles

Offside Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

front brake pads worn over 50%

rear brake pads worn over 50%

windscreen wipers smeary

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 FBY is a 2007 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 LF07 FBY, 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 LF07 FBY registered?

LF07 FBY is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 31 December 2007.

Is LF07 FBY safe to buy?

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