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PUA 481D

2007 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

131,091 mi
Last recorded131,091 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPUA 481D
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2025 131,091 miles

Rear handbrake requires slight adjustment

Pass 30 Sep 2024 123,914 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 119,523 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 111,806 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 103,313 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 100,466 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 94,087 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 90,819 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 88,912 miles

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

covers & under trays fitted

Pass 31 Dec 2016 84,589 miles

Engine covers fitted

Nearside Front Outer Tyre sidewall damaged

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre sidewall damaged

Offside wiper blade worn

Plastic sill covers fitted

Undertrays fitted

Pass 17 Dec 2015 78,903 miles

damage to n/s/r tyre outer side wall.

diesel test passed trigger point not met.

o/s/f anti roll bar drop link dust cover starting to split.

Pass 16 Dec 2014 71,048 miles

all 4 tyres have sidewall damage

engine covers fitted

floor pan covers fitted

nearside front tyre misshaped

outer sill covers fitted

stone chip nearside of screen

Pass 14 Dec 2013 60,869 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Dec 2012 48,343 miles

rear tyres starting to wear low

Pass 15 Dec 2011 40,696 miles

splits on n/s/r & n/s/r tyre outer walls

Pass 24 Dec 2010 33,661 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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PUA 481D is a 2007 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PUA 481D, 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 PUA 481D?

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What year was PUA 481D registered?

PUA 481D is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 16 November 2007.

Is PUA 481D safe to buy?

The MOT history for PUA 481D shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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