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BG08 ZKE

2008 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

158,078 mi
Last recorded158,078 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 ZKE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 158,078 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 May 2017 151,797 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 151,797 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2017 151,734 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2016 143,873 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 143,866 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit VERY (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 May 2015 126,564 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 May 2015 126,564 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 105,695 miles

Front brake pad warning light on!

Pass 29 Apr 2013 86,040 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 69,905 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 May 2012 69,905 miles

Nearside 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)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2011 51,313 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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BG08 ZKE is a 2008 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 BG08 ZKE, 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 BG08 ZKE registered?

BG08 ZKE is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is BG08 ZKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 ZKE shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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