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A2 NLR

2008 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

112,932 mi
Last recorded112,932 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 NLR
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 112,932 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 111,977 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 111,357 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 109,087 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 105,264 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 101,322 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 98,672 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 95,388 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 93,616 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 92,682 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 89,867 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 87,867 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 85,851 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 79,137 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 73,391 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 64,851 miles

Vehicle too clean to test on emissions

Fail 12 Jan 2011 64,851 miles

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

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

Vehicle too clean to test on emissions

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 NLR 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 94.1%.

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 NLR, 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

How do I check the history of A2 NLR?

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What year was A2 NLR registered?

A2 NLR is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 6 February 2008.

Is A2 NLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 NLR shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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