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PF56 TXD

2007 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

189,483 mi
Last recorded189,483 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF56 TXD
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 189,483 miles

Underbody covers fit

Pass 17 Jan 2025 186,087 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin required 8-12 months (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 182,401 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin required in 8-10 months approximately (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

nearside front door handle loose in operation ( front part of handle becomes detached )

Fail 14 Dec 2023 182,401 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin required in 8-10 months approximately (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

nearside front door handle loose in operation ( front part of handle becomes detached )

Pass 8 Dec 2022 178,648 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2022 178,648 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2021 175,834 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 171,940 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 169,771 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 166,946 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 163,970 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking around edges

Pass 12 Jan 2017 157,043 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 153,794 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 153,794 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2015 139,965 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 123,420 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 109,000 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 93,740 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)

Steering warning light on

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jan 2011 83,517 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 60,558 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2010 60,558 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)

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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PF56 TXD is a 2007 BMW 530 in Black 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 PF56 TXD, 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

How do I check the history of PF56 TXD?

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What year was PF56 TXD registered?

PF56 TXD is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 9 February 2007.

Is PF56 TXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF56 TXD 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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