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LM07 XZH

2007 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2023
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

234,419 mi
Last recorded234,419 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM07 XZH
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2022 234,419 miles

Front under tray stopping examiation of posable power steering oil leak (further investigation required)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective blade too long allowing it to hit (A) pillar and so lifting from screen (3.4 (b) (i))

tpms light liluminated

Fail 9 Feb 2022 234,375 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Steering system excessively rough (2.1.1 (a))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front under tray stopping examiation of posable power steering oil leak (further investigation required)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective blade too long allowing it to hit (A) pillar and so lifting from screen (3.4 (b) (i))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Rear boot full of items makeing boot area difficult to access (please empty before retest to make life easier to test )

tpms light liluminated

Pass 6 Jan 2021 231,751 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Inner Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 5 Jan 2021 231,749 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Inner Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 17 Dec 2019 219,167 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2019 219,116 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Dec 2018 205,272 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 205,272 miles

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

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2017 194,627 miles

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

Fail 12 Dec 2017 194,627 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2016 183,102 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2016 183,102 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 158,827 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 133,519 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 99,041 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 80,490 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 60,460 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2011 60,459 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 44,920 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 44,704 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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LM07 XZH is a 2007 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 LM07 XZH, 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 LM07 XZH registered?

LM07 XZH is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 31 July 2007.

Is LM07 XZH safe to buy?

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