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LV07 XHZ

2007 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

171,661 mi
Last recorded171,661 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV07 XHZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 171,661 miles

Nearside Parking brake low effort.

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Marked . (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear wiper worn/not working .

Fail 29 Jul 2026 171,266 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt As marked. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt As marked . (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Parking brake low effort.

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Marked . (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear wiper worn/not working .

Pass 8 Aug 2025 167,618 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four brake discs scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Aug 2025 167,605 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four brake discs scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 164,088 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Cam Cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2024 164,088 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre Wearing Inner Edge

Oil leak, but not excessive Cam Cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 161,567 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged on outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 160,140 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2022 160,126 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 156,458 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 153,708 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 153,707 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 9 May 2019 150,830 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 148,705 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 142,214 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 124,175 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 124,172 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 116,716 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 3 Jun 2014 110,397 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 95,631 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 95,631 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 May 2012 78,438 miles

wipers smear to limit

Pass 21 May 2011 59,384 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 40,643 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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LV07 XHZ is a 2007 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 LV07 XHZ, 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 LV07 XHZ registered?

LV07 XHZ is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 25 May 2007.

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