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MT07 OJA

2007 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

170,666 mi
Last recorded170,666 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT07 OJA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2023 170,666 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2023 170,661 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 157,191 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2022 157,191 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2021 150,393 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 144,503 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2019 137,098 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 128,956 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 119,681 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 110,104 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 110,104 miles

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light lamp damaged. (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light lamp damaged (1.2.1e)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 101,201 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 88,173 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 68,671 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

full under trays fitted front to rear

Pass 7 Jan 2014 68,006 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 55,864 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Jan 2013 55,863 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 May 2012 51,396 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 May 2011 43,701 miles

both front tyres getting worn low on inner edges

Pass 17 May 2010 37,469 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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MT07 OJA is a 2007 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MT07 OJA, 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 MT07 OJA registered?

MT07 OJA is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 24 May 2007.

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