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BFZ 9520

2008 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2024
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

149,659 mi
Last recorded149,659 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFZ 9520
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2023 149,659 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2023 148,931 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 137,200 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2021 136,546 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 118,465 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 166,668 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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BFZ 9520 is a 2008 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BFZ 9520, 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 BFZ 9520?

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What year was BFZ 9520 registered?

BFZ 9520 is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 8 January 2008.

Is BFZ 9520 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFZ 9520 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BFZ 9520 have outstanding finance?

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