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YF56 ZSJ

2007 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

189,281 mi
Last recorded189,281 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF56 ZSJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2022 189,281 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 188,681 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 188,502 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 185,234 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides at flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at rear flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 170,146 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 153,212 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 31 Oct 2016 136,647 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre also has abnormal wear on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 31 Oct 2016 136,647 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre also has abnormal wear on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2015 119,814 miles

Nearside Front Tyre wearing uneven from inner tread area

Pass 21 Oct 2014 100,885 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Oct 2013 80,843 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2013 80,643 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2012 61,534 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 45,540 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 38,512 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 Feb 2010 28,312 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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YF56 ZSJ is a 2007 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 ZSJ, 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 YF56 ZSJ registered?

YF56 ZSJ is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 15 February 2007.

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