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N1 TBJ

2007 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

179,538 mi
Last recorded179,538 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN1 TBJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 179,538 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2025 171,126 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 159,534 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 151,914 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 146,297 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 140,171 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 133,955 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 20 Jul 2020 133,955 miles

Rear Seat belt missing center buckle (7.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2019 125,576 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 125,547 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 112,786 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 106,062 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 96,709 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 87,161 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 78,579 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Aug 2013 68,372 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Aug 2013 68,241 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Aug 2012 58,606 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 53,999 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 15 Dec 2010 43,242 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 14 Dec 2010 43,233 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

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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N1 TBJ is a 2007 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 N1 TBJ, 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 N1 TBJ registered?

N1 TBJ is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 18 December 2007.

Is N1 TBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N1 TBJ shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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