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LJ57 WSL

2007 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

142,386 mi
Last recorded142,386 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 142,386 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 127,804 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 123,048 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 106,507 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted

Fail 31 Aug 2022 106,507 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Sep 2021 95,883 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 88,728 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 80,777 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 80,777 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 72,073 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 66,718 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 61,744 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 56,475 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 51,676 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 51,666 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 48,282 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 48,282 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 42,202 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 31,188 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 WSL is a 2007 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 WSL, 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 LJ57 WSL registered?

LJ57 WSL is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 31 December 2007.

Is LJ57 WSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ57 WSL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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