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YB07 VJG

2007 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

190,936 mi
Last recorded190,936 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB07 VJG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 190,936 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 179,070 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 168,565 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 158,755 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2022 158,746 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 158,679 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 149,728 miles

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

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

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

under trays fitted.

Pass 6 Jul 2019 132,775 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 115,586 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Jul 2017 102,473 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 90,598 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 78,923 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 75,185 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)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 72,380 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 72,380 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 69,664 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 28 Jun 2011 65,870 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 65,870 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 54,830 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 46,517 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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YB07 VJG is a 2007 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 YB07 VJG, 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 YB07 VJG?

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What year was YB07 VJG registered?

YB07 VJG is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 22 June 2007.

Is YB07 VJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB07 VJG shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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