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YG57 VAH

2007 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

163,210 mi
Last recorded163,210 miles
Recorded on4 May 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG57 VAH
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2022 163,210 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2021 155,914 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cut not reaching cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cuts not reaching cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

nearside and offside lower suspension arm bushes splitting slightly

Fail 13 Apr 2021 155,914 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cut not reaching cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cuts not reaching cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

nearside and offside lower suspension arm bushes splitting slightly

Pass 11 Apr 2020 149,215 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2019 135,118 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 124,575 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 112,344 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 98,650 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 84,582 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 73,496 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 57,228 miles

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

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

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

Fail 4 Apr 2013 57,228 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2012 49,920 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2012 49,920 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 45,003 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 31,071 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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YG57 VAH is a 2007 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 YG57 VAH, 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 YG57 VAH registered?

YG57 VAH is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 13 September 2007.

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The MOT history for YG57 VAH shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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