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AB07 OFF

2007 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

201,068 mi
Last recorded201,068 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB07 OFF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2022 201,068 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive on sump tray (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2021 194,210 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2021 194,210 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 190,417 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 183,058 miles

Central Rear Seatbelt unchecked

Engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 176,993 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 173,933 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 163,459 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 147,473 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2014 147,473 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2013 128,146 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 105,669 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2012 105,669 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 84,026 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 63,644 miles

covers fitted to underside of vehicle unable to see some testable items

Fail 28 Sep 2010 62,511 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing outside edge

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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AB07 OFF is a 2007 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AB07 OFF, 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 AB07 OFF registered?

AB07 OFF is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 26 October 2007.

Is AB07 OFF safe to buy?

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