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LM57 FCU

2007 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

161,616 mi
Last recorded161,616 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM57 FCU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2024 161,616 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 156,814 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 152,379 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 146,007 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp loose

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Greasy (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Greasy (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 139,389 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 May 2019 206,565 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 123,716 miles
Fail 19 May 2018 123,716 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both sides (1.8)

Pass 25 May 2017 120,506 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 116,687 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 20 Sep 2016 116,687 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 109,085 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 102,354 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 95,130 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 85,707 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 75,179 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Rear pads getting low

Pass 23 Sep 2010 64,030 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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LM57 FCU is a 2007 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LM57 FCU, 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 LM57 FCU registered?

LM57 FCU is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 19 October 2007.

Is LM57 FCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM57 FCU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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