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AK57 CXJ

2007 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

177,488 mi
Last recorded177,488 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 530103,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK57 CXJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 177,488 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2024 171,184 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 161,448 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Sep 2023 161,448 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 144,691 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 137,209 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 129,909 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 121,993 miles

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

nearside parking brake effort low

Pass 4 Sep 2018 111,868 miles

BOTH rear tyres starting to wear on inner edge

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

nearside parking brake effort a little low

Pass 6 Sep 2017 101,382 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 87,120 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 17 Aug 2015 74,228 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 63,564 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 63,564 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2013 52,175 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 43,948 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Sep 2012 43,948 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Sep 2011 36,199 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 25,990 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 25,990 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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AK57 CXJ is a 2007 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 AK57 CXJ, 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 AK57 CXJ registered?

AK57 CXJ is a 2007 BMW 530, first registered on 14 September 2007.

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