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WL07 AYV

2007 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

234,214 mi
Last recorded234,214 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL07 AYV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2026 234,214 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2025 225,360 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arms inner bushes nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm and bald inner edge advise change asap (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm and bald inner edge advise change asap (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view of testable components

Fail 11 Mar 2025 225,336 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arms inner bushes nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm and bald inner edge advise change asap (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm and bald inner edge advise change asap (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view of testable components

Pass 12 Feb 2024 212,404 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (Both shocks) (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 202,908 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2022 191,362 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 182,517 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 174,625 miles

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

chip in windscreen

Pass 7 Feb 2019 162,883 miles

Central Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 153,215 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 141,403 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 129,658 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 120,303 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 108,935 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 97,400 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 87,279 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2011 76,590 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 61,975 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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WL07 AYV is a 2007 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 WL07 AYV, 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 WL07 AYV registered?

WL07 AYV is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 1 June 2007.

Is WL07 AYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL07 AYV shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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