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BK08 SZC

2008 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

210,151 mi
Last recorded210,151 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 SZC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2021 210,151 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm front bush cracked and perished. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm front bush cracked and perished. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear D-bushes worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2021 210,151 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm front bush cracked and perished. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm front bush cracked and perished. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear D-bushes worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 190,687 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2019 190,687 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 174,511 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 273,226 miles

Both rear tyres void of tread inner edges almost to ply/cords

Engine cover fitted sill covers & full under trays

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Apr 2016 252,756 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyres inner edge bald (4.1.E.1)

Valve stem slightly damaged all 4 wheels valve cracking (4.1.D.1e)

child seat fitted

Pass 8 Apr 2015 237,073 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 97,009 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Fail 28 Mar 2014 97,009 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 163,281 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2012 174,083 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Mar 2011 82,584 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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BK08 SZC is a 2008 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BK08 SZC, 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 BK08 SZC registered?

BK08 SZC is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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