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BLZ 7422

2008 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

56,506 mi
Last recorded56,506 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLZ 7422
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 56,506 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm, Front Inner bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm, Front Inner bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2025 55,640 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm, Front Inner bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm, Front Inner bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2024 53,335 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin On the legal limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 51,207 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2022 49,857 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 47,486 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 45,841 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2019 43,857 miles
Fail 30 May 2019 43,834 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2018 42,261 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 40,662 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 40,644 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 May 2016 37,458 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 33,107 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2014 27,700 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 24,353 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 20,317 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 17,370 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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BLZ 7422 is a 2008 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BLZ 7422, 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 BLZ 7422 registered?

BLZ 7422 is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 18 June 2008.

Is BLZ 7422 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLZ 7422 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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