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YR07 ZYH

2007 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

213,692 mi
Last recorded213,692 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR07 ZYH
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2021 213,692 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 209,508 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 197,862 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 189,866 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 189,866 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2017 176,174 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 176,174 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 157,552 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 140,881 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 118,690 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 90,641 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Nov 2012 90,138 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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 24 Jan 2012 73,036 miles

n/s/r tyre has cuts in side wall

o/s/f has cuts in side wall and slight stepping on inside edge

Pass 5 Apr 2011 57,026 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 4 Apr 2011 57,024 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 18 Mar 2010 37,556 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)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 26,417 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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YR07 ZYH is a 2007 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 YR07 ZYH, 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 YR07 ZYH registered?

YR07 ZYH is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 29 March 2007.

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The MOT history for YR07 ZYH shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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