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YK57 SXV

2007 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

160,781 mi
Last recorded160,781 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK57 SXV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2017 160,781 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2017 160,781 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2016 149,443 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2016 149,272 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2015 133,196 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 116,612 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 103,203 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 87,257 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Aug 2011 72,945 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 72,939 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Aug 2010 56,183 miles

n/s/ f tyre has cuts in sidewall

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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YK57 SXV is a 2007 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YK57 SXV, 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 YK57 SXV registered?

YK57 SXV is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is YK57 SXV safe to buy?

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