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YH57 YCJ

2007 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

307,525 mi
Last recorded307,525 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2016
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH57 YCJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2016 307,525 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 277,574 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2015 277,574 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 238,575 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 20 Nov 2013 200,983 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 200,983 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 159,878 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 121,543 miles

front discs showing signs wear

Fail 30 Nov 2011 121,543 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front discs showing signs wear

Fail 17 Nov 2010 76,932 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 76,932 miles

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

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

Offside Rear 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
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YH57 YCJ is a 2007 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 YH57 YCJ, 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 YH57 YCJ registered?

YH57 YCJ is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is YH57 YCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH57 YCJ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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