CarVerify

Free Car Check

YH07 VAF

2007 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

208,639 mi
Last recorded208,639 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 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

RegistrationYH07 VAF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 208,639 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2025 203,372 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2025 203,317 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2024 196,614 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 182,102 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 164,533 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 17 Nov 2020 154,288 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 151,099 miles

undertrays obscuring some components

Pass 21 Nov 2018 148,225 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 145,381 miles

undertrays obscuring some components

Pass 26 Oct 2016 141,893 miles

engine covers & undertrays obscuring some components

Pass 19 Nov 2015 138,205 miles

Emissions not Detected

Fail 18 Nov 2015 138,205 miles

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

Emissions not Detected

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2015 126,158 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Mar 2014 109,155 miles

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

slight damage inner sidewall nearside front tyre

Pass 21 Mar 2013 87,489 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Mar 2012 66,443 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 66,443 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 46,438 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 46,438 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2010 27,704 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

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

YH07 VAF is a 2007 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 YH07 VAF, 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 YH07 VAF?

You can check the full history of YH07 VAF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YH07 VAF registered?

YH07 VAF is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 23 March 2007.

Is YH07 VAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH07 VAF shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YH07 VAF 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 YH07 VAF. 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.