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YC07 VDT

2007 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

107,294 mi
Last recorded107,294 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC07 VDT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 107,294 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2025 96,901 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 89,810 miles

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 21 Sep 2024 89,785 miles

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

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2023 86,352 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall marked in white (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 83,742 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Oct 2022 83,730 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 81,224 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 79,206 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim in 2 places. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2020 79,169 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall in 2 places. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim in 2 places. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 73,092 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 69,680 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 66,039 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 62,239 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 62,232 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 58,179 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 51,745 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2013 45,367 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 37,970 miles

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

damage to n/s/f tyre sidewall

Pass 8 Apr 2011 28,156 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 4 Apr 2011 28,156 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 20,054 miles

both rear tyres are nearing minimum tread limits.

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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YC07 VDT is a 2007 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 YC07 VDT, 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 YC07 VDT registered?

YC07 VDT is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 25 April 2007.

Is YC07 VDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC07 VDT shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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