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YL07 VUB

2007 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

249,029 mi
Last recorded249,029 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL07 VUB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2023 249,029 miles

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

Fail 24 Jul 2023 248,026 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2022 237,250 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2022 237,250 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 228,852 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2021 228,852 miles

Brake performance not tested broken spring touching tyre (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 225,856 miles

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction damage screen (3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 210,495 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 188,129 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 166,252 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 141,041 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 110,664 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2015 110,664 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2014 86,972 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 68,222 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 67,226 miles

low emissions vehicle

Pass 21 Sep 2012 57,425 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 48,017 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 36,617 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 VUB is a 2007 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VUB, 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 YL07 VUB registered?

YL07 VUB is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 3 August 2007.

Is YL07 VUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL07 VUB shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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