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YG07 MSL

2007 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

179,376 mi
Last recorded179,376 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG07 MSL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Fail 22 Apr 2026 179,376 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Engine under cover broken

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2025 174,873 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 170,499 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 167,546 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 165,474 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 158,672 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 28 Apr 2021 158,672 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 154,936 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 Aug 2020 154,935 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 May 2019 143,783 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Apr 2019 143,783 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 129,222 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 119,165 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 119,165 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 109,840 miles

engine oil leak.

Pass 11 Apr 2015 99,767 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 92,306 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

washers low warning light on

Fail 18 Apr 2013 86,728 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 86,728 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2012 73,441 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 73,441 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 56,491 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 56,491 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2010 34,028 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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YG07 MSL is a 2007 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 YG07 MSL, 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.

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What year was YG07 MSL registered?

YG07 MSL is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 25 June 2007.

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