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YL07 XZP

2007 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

167,510 mi
Last recorded167,510 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2021 167,510 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2021 167,510 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 161,459 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 155,842 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm... legal limit is 1.6mm - advise replacing as soon as possible (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm - tyre is at the minimum required legal limit - advise immediate replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2017 147,906 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2016 138,423 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2014 125,371 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2014 125,063 miles

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

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

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

Fail 19 Nov 2014 123,951 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2013 103,973 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 81,348 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 57,103 miles

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

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

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)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 34,945 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 58,702 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 XZP is a 2007 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 XZP, 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 XZP registered?

YL07 XZP is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 6 August 2007.

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The MOT history for YL07 XZP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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