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AF08 ONS

2008 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

174,202 mi
Last recorded174,202 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 ONS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2019 174,202 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Nearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess slight damage to outer cable (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Front fog lamp loose

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror glass and casing (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror glass (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 157,683 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

all tyres wearing unevenly

Fail 31 Oct 2018 157,683 miles

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front slight damage to undertray

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mounting point surface corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

all tyres wearing unevenly

Pass 10 Nov 2017 144,760 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 133,519 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 121,324 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 121,324 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2014 98,285 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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 Nov 2014 98,285 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 95,574 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 80,837 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 80,761 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 72,351 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 60,237 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 57,636 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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AF08 ONS is a 2008 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF08 ONS, 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 AF08 ONS registered?

AF08 ONS is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is AF08 ONS safe to buy?

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