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AF08 TGC

2008 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

168,442 mi
Last recorded168,442 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 TGC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2021 168,442 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 159,718 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2019 159,714 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights set to 0 ()

Pass 19 May 2018 153,676 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 143,032 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 143,032 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 May 2016 131,198 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 May 2015 120,410 miles

Handbrake lever high.

Nearside front tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

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

Pass 15 May 2014 108,855 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 May 2014 108,855 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)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2013 100,780 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 8 May 2013 100,780 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 May 2012 89,974 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 89,974 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 72,217 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 TGC is a 2008 BMW 530 in Silver 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 TGC, 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 AF08 TGC registered?

AF08 TGC is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 8 August 2008.

Is AF08 TGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 TGC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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