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LJ57 OMK

2007 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

70,913 mi
Last recorded70,913 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 OMK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 70,913 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2025 63,557 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 56,281 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 51,234 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 45,764 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 41,458 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 41,458 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision (7.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 40,028 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2020 40,028 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 35,951 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2018 35,951 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 34,051 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 32,160 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 28,976 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 28,976 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 26,405 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 26,405 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Sep 2013 23,913 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Sep 2012 20,816 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 19,349 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 15,724 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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LJ57 OMK is a 2007 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 LJ57 OMK, 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 LJ57 OMK registered?

LJ57 OMK is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 16 October 2007.

Is LJ57 OMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ57 OMK shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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