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A2 LTS

2008 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

200,573 mi
Last recorded200,573 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 LTS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 200,573 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2024 189,594 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2023 180,942 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 171,478 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 160,784 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 152,766 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 152,766 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 142,270 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2019 142,205 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Sep 2018 128,452 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 117,061 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Sep 2016 106,674 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 95,251 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 77,679 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 71,514 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 50,412 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 35,065 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 25,066 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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A2 LTS is a 2008 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 A2 LTS, 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 A2 LTS registered?

A2 LTS is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 21 March 2008.

Is A2 LTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 LTS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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