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AK07 FLB

2007 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

255,522 mi
Last recorded255,522 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK07 FLB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2023 255,522 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 1st bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 1st bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s and n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

footbrake reserve travel close to minimum

Fail 12 Dec 2023 255,482 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended seatbelt receiver jammed (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure inner retaining bolt insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 1st bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 1st bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s and n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

footbrake reserve travel close to minimum

Pass 3 Oct 2022 241,003 miles

Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 28 Sep 2022 240,863 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2021 226,255 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 217,375 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 211,497 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2019 211,497 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 204,236 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 192,374 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

eml on, on arrival

Fail 29 Sep 2017 192,374 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

eml on, on arrival

Pass 1 Oct 2016 175,332 miles

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

Nearside parking brake only just met limit

Offside Front Tyre cut in sidewall

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 157,050 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 157,050 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 130,893 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

emmisions to low to register

engine warning light on

Pass 6 Mar 2013 117,419 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 98,811 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2011 83,355 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 58,981 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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AK07 FLB is a 2007 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 AK07 FLB, 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 AK07 FLB registered?

AK07 FLB is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 30 March 2007.

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