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YL07 GHH

2007 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2024
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

203,079 mi
Last recorded203,079 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL07 GHH
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2023 203,079 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread number plate cracked (0.1 (b))

engine & underbody covers fitted

Pass 17 Dec 2021 194,636 miles

Central Stop light not working

Pass 26 Jan 2021 189,478 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2021 189,476 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 169,602 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2019 169,602 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

OFFSIDE REAR TYRE WEARING LOW ON INNER EDGE

Pass 12 Jul 2018 155,063 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2018 155,063 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2018 154,471 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 143,457 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 126,880 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2015 115,677 miles

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

Fail 17 Jan 2015 115,669 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Jan 2014 109,310 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2014 109,303 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2012 93,266 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2012 93,266 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 13 Dec 2011 69,717 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2010 45,852 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2010 45,852 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 40,582 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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YL07 GHH is a 2007 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 YL07 GHH, 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 YL07 GHH registered?

YL07 GHH is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 1 August 2007.

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