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YA07 KDN

2007 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

201,266 mi
Last recorded201,266 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA07 KDN
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2022 201,266 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2021 196,453 miles

Both rear tyres worn on outer shoulders and close to limit in centre of treads 2mm left on 235/55 R 29 96W XL

Fail 10 Nov 2021 196,399 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Both rear tyres worn on outer shoulders and close to limit in centre of treads 2mm left on 235/55 R 29 96W XL

Pass 29 Sep 2020 192,156 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 186,394 miles

Both rear tyres worn very close to limit with n/s rear devoid of tread inner edge

WHEELS, all show kerbing damage, o/s front shows some repair and slightly bent, tyres show minor sidewall damage

Fail 24 Sep 2019 186,394 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Also devoid of tread inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both rear tyres worn very close to limit with n/s rear devoid of tread inner edge

WHEELS, all show kerbing damage, o/s front shows some repair and slightly bent, tyres show minor sidewall damage

Pass 4 Sep 2018 182,160 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Park brake performance just achieved minimum limit

Pass 30 Dec 2017 176,360 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm 245/40/18 93Y (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm 245/40/18 93Y (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak oil level low ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 168,476 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 10 Jan 2017 168,472 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Dec 2015 159,788 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 152,305 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2014 152,305 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Oil leak

Pass 30 Oct 2013 146,845 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2012 129,978 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 108,479 miles

uneven wear starting to both front+rear tyres on inner edges

Pass 1 Sep 2010 83,781 miles

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)

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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YA07 KDN is a 2007 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 YA07 KDN, 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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YA07 KDN is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 12 July 2007.

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