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LY07 DCE

2007 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

134,747 mi
Last recorded134,747 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY07 DCE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2018 134,747 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 126,631 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 120,302 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 109,648 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 95,009 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 78,373 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 May 2014 78,373 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2013 64,036 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2012 56,719 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside rear tyre outer wall damaged not showing ply or cord

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 May 2011 45,644 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 35,309 miles

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

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

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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LY07 DCE is a 2007 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 LY07 DCE, 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 LY07 DCE registered?

LY07 DCE is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 1 June 2007.

Is LY07 DCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY07 DCE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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