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YK07 PBF

2007 BMW 530

Red Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

210,722 mi
Last recorded210,722 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK07 PBF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 210,722 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. nearside and offside (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Dec 2025 210,722 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. nearside and offside (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 207,053 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2024 207,051 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Aug 2023 202,308 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under body surface corrosion

Pass 7 Jul 2020 194,044 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 117,986 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2019 177,986 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Aug 2017 165,140 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 143,081 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 143,081 miles

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) rack/rack end xs play (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone front bush deteriorating (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 134,655 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Park brake. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 117,278 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Feb 2014 98,952 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/R tyre worn on inner shoulder.

O/S/F tyre worn on inner shoulder.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

N/S/F tyre badly worn on inner shoulder.

Pass 19 Feb 2013 85,035 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Mar 2012 71,368 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 55,405 miles

Disc brakes have corroded surfaces

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

Fail 18 Mar 2011 55,405 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Disc brakes have corroded surfaces

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

Pass 19 Feb 2010 40,785 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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YK07 PBF is a 2007 BMW 530 in Red with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 YK07 PBF, 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 YK07 PBF registered?

YK07 PBF is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 1 March 2007.

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