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YC07 VEO

2007 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

285,746 mi
Last recorded285,746 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2020 285,746 miles

Handbrake effort weak, just met on RBT. Will need attention.

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

Pass 13 May 2019 167,082 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2018 155,971 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 155,971 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2016 136,056 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 134,146 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2015 134,146 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 126,549 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Mar 2014 126,540 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2013 116,671 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 103,205 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 30 Mar 2012 103,205 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Feb 2011 75,131 miles

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

Front brake discs wearing thin

Nearside front bump stop split

Nearside rear body badly damaged

Pass 31 Mar 2010 56,656 miles

front wipers smearing

Fail 9 Mar 2010 55,186 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Both front wipers smearing

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 VEO is a 2007 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YC07 VEO, 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 VEO registered?

YC07 VEO is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 1 May 2007.

Is YC07 VEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC07 VEO shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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