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AC08 XAF

2008 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

193,502 mi
Last recorded193,502 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 XAF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2020 193,502 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2019 190,164 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2018 184,215 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 175,839 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)

all four tyres starting to wear on edges

Fail 12 Oct 2016 175,839 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

all four tyres starting to wear on edges

Pass 2 Oct 2015 170,268 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 163,024 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 120,494 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2013 120,494 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2012 86,458 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 55,027 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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AC08 XAF is a 2008 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AC08 XAF, 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.

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What year was AC08 XAF registered?

AC08 XAF is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is AC08 XAF safe to buy?

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