CarVerify

Free Car Check

YF56 KUP

2007 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2996cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

160,304 mi
Last recorded160,304 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF56 KUP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 160,304 miles

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

Undertray fitted , cover with dirt or seepage

Fail 27 Apr 2026 160,304 miles

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

Offside Front Front fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Undertray fitted , cover with dirt or seepage

Brake fluid not visible top up (1.1.10 (d) (iii))

Pass 8 May 2025 152,399 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 147,257 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 135,480 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2023 135,480 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2022 122,217 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 113,906 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 108,689 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 95,859 miles

offside front tyre worn on edges

Pass 4 Apr 2018 82,503 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt bend (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt bend (2.4.G.2)

nearside front tyre has slight wear on outer edge

offside front tyre has slight wear on outer edge

Fail 4 Apr 2018 82,503 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt bend (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt bend (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid blocked (8.2.3)

nearside front tyre has slight wear on outer edge

offside front tyre has slight wear on outer edge

Pass 10 Apr 2017 70,529 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 57,787 miles

rear brake pads low

Pass 20 Apr 2015 46,873 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 44,754 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 37,333 miles

N/S/F Tyre Worn On Both Edges

Pass 29 Mar 2012 28,891 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 21,481 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 15,449 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
Full BMW 530 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YF56 KUP is a 2007 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol 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 YF56 KUP, 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 YF56 KUP?

You can check the full history of YF56 KUP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YF56 KUP registered?

YF56 KUP is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 14 February 2007.

Is YF56 KUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF56 KUP 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.

Does YF56 KUP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YF56 KUP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.