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WM07 UHU

2007 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

147,976 mi
Last recorded147,976 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM07 UHU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2025 147,976 miles

both rear brake hosers slight perished

both rear coil springs slight corroded

front and rear pads low

n/s front coil spring corroded

o/s front tyre low on outer edge

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2024 146,549 miles

both rear coil springs slight corroded

both rear flexi hoses slight perrished

Fail 5 Feb 2024 146,538 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

both rear coil springs slight corroded

both rear flexi hoses slight perrished

Pass 4 Dec 2021 143,884 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2021 143,884 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 138,954 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2020 138,954 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached central of the two suspension arms (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Nov 2019 132,257 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 116,919 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 102,412 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2016 97,185 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 87,292 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

offside front tyre excessivly worn outer edge

Pass 15 Mar 2014 79,656 miles

wear on inner edge of n/side front tyre

Pass 14 Mar 2013 66,475 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 58,218 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 52,950 miles

front and rear brake pads worn low

Fail 12 Jul 2011 52,950 miles

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

front and rear brake pads worn low

Fail 6 Jul 2010 45,145 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 45,145 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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WM07 UHU is a 2007 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WM07 UHU, 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.

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What year was WM07 UHU registered?

WM07 UHU is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 23 July 2007.

Is WM07 UHU safe to buy?

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