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YK07 VLY

2007 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

204,849 mi
Last recorded204,849 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK07 VLY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 204,849 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2024 197,862 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 190,407 miles

trays and covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 6 Dec 2022 183,388 miles

trays and covers fitted obscuring some testable itrms

Fail 6 Dec 2022 183,388 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

trays and covers fitted obscuring some testable itrms

Pass 6 Dec 2021 177,631 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 174,903 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2019 172,256 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 164,844 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 154,940 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inside edge

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Dec 2016 146,126 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2016 146,126 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2015 137,496 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 137,496 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 128,668 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel tank strap slack

Pass 17 Dec 2013 103,107 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel tank strap slack

Fail 13 Dec 2013 103,004 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel tank strap slack

Pass 24 Dec 2012 74,001 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

fuel tank strapsloose

slight wear on rear brake discs

Pass 23 Dec 2011 42,388 miles

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

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

engine & sill covers fitted notallowing full inspection

fel tank strap loose

slight wear on rear brake discs

under body trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 7 Mar 2011 36,528 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 26,186 miles

offside & nearside front tyres both worn on inner & outer edges

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 VLY is a 2007 BMW 530 in Black 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 YK07 VLY, 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 YK07 VLY registered?

YK07 VLY is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 8 March 2007.

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