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MV57 LYG

2007 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

169,190 mi
Last recorded169,190 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV57 LYG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 169,190 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides rear hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 3 Jul 2026 169,190 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides rear hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2025 155,954 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively outer joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear flex hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 151,103 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 147,977 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2022 143,416 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 137,520 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2020 132,184 miles

Offside Front screw in tyre

Pass 4 Jul 2019 126,738 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 119,559 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 112,874 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 105,987 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 94,842 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 94,841 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 31 Aug 2014 85,720 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Sep 2013 79,064 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 64,105 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 64,105 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 50,972 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 38,191 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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MV57 LYG 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 85%.

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 MV57 LYG, 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 MV57 LYG registered?

MV57 LYG is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 15 September 2007.

Is MV57 LYG safe to buy?

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