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AD57 BYB

2007 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

178,511 mi
Last recorded178,511 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD57 BYB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 178,511 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2026 178,511 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2025 163,386 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 149,629 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 144,099 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front lower front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jan 2023 144,099 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front lower front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working done (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 137,923 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 131,127 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 120,257 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 112,310 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2019 112,301 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner edge

Pass 9 Jan 2018 102,220 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2016 92,193 miles

Propershaft coupling slightly cracked

Pass 19 Nov 2015 82,818 miles

nail in o/s/front tyre

rear tyres 3mm

registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 73,782 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Nov 2013 62,853 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Nov 2012 52,479 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 52,479 miles

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

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

n/s/rear tyre bald on inner edge

Fail 22 Nov 2011 42,128 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 42,128 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 31,387 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2010 31,360 miles

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

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

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

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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AD57 BYB is a 2007 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AD57 BYB, 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 AD57 BYB registered?

AD57 BYB is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 13 December 2007.

Is AD57 BYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD57 BYB shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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