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LG57 KGJ

2007 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

126,956 mi
Last recorded126,956 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG57 KGJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2023 126,956 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2022 120,397 miles

Bonnet Strut's weak.

Pass 10 Jan 2022 113,011 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2022 113,011 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2021 107,398 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2021 107,385 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 102,508 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 95,048 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 87,453 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 79,439 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 79,410 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 72,171 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 63,744 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2014 55,860 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Jan 2013 50,869 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 50,869 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 41,009 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 32,026 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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LG57 KGJ 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 77.8%.

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 LG57 KGJ, 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 LG57 KGJ registered?

LG57 KGJ is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 6 September 2007.

Is LG57 KGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG57 KGJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LG57 KGJ have outstanding finance?

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