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A18 GLN

2008 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

154,480 mi
Last recorded154,480 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 GLN
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 154,480 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 9 Oct 2025 154,470 miles

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Oct 2024 147,310 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 140,921 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Oct 2023 140,920 miles

Emission control equipment obviously defective dpf pressure pipe (8.2.2.1 (a))

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Oct 2022 135,144 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2021 129,972 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 125,538 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 118,911 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2018 105,581 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 92,827 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 80,057 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 67,258 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 55,477 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 45,333 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 36,031 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 26,084 miles

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

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

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

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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A18 GLN is a 2008 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 98,877 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 A18 GLN, 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 18 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 A18 GLN registered?

A18 GLN is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 22 October 2008.

Is A18 GLN safe to buy?

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