CarVerify

Free Car Check

YR57 XVL

2007 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2993cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

157,718 mi
Last recorded157,718 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR57 XVL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2017 157,718 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 153,957 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 8 Jul 2016 153,957 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Jul 2015 144,138 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 131,140 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 131,084 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2012 114,460 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

child seat in middle

Pass 17 Oct 2011 102,526 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 80,412 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 80,408 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

small chips to windscreen inside & outside A zone

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
Full BMW 530 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YR57 XVL is a 2007 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YR57 XVL, 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

How do I check the history of YR57 XVL?

You can check the full history of YR57 XVL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YR57 XVL registered?

YR57 XVL is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 22 November 2007.

Is YR57 XVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR57 XVL shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YR57 XVL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YR57 XVL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.