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SBS 11

2007 BMW 530

Black Petrol 4282cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests32 (29 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate90.6%

Mileage

126,031 mi
Last recorded126,031 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBS 11
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,282cc

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MOT History

29 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 126,031 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2026 69,336 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 67,211 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 275/35X19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 275/35X19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Jul 2025 67,201 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 275/35X19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 275/35X19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 117,091 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 64,752 miles

Nearside Front washer jet blocked

Rear both rear tyres slightly perishing

Pass 2 Apr 2024 109,446 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S & N/S REAR TYRES, WORN ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 May 2023 60,269 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 96,011 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 59,735 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 77,159 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2021 58,894 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 70,678 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2020 68,329 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 57,137 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 57,137 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 39,372 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 65,010 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 61,227 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 38,672 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 61,214 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 57,714 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 37,530 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 50,575 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 33,699 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 39,194 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jan 2015 30,575 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 31,599 miles

offside rear reflector damaged

Pass 28 Nov 2013 28,776 miles

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

Oil leak

near-side front tyre cracking at main tread area

off-side front tyre cracking at main tread area

Pass 13 Feb 2013 26,661 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 22,280 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

screw in o/s front tyre tyre pressure warninglight on

Pass 5 Feb 2011 18,344 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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SBS 11 is a 2007 BMW 530 in Black with a 4,282cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.6%.

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 SBS 11, 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 SBS 11 registered?

SBS 11 is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 23 October 2007.

Is SBS 11 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBS 11 shows 32 tests with a 90.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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