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BU08 XAC

2008 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

120,118 mi
Last recorded120,118 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 XAC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2018 120,118 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Apr 2017 111,532 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

under trays fitted

Pass 8 Apr 2016 102,005 miles

slight damage to nearside front bumper

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Apr 2015 93,762 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Mar 2014 74,909 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Mar 2014 74,909 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jun 2013 67,602 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2013 67,602 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 55,368 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 43,188 miles

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

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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BU08 XAC is a 2008 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BU08 XAC, 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 BU08 XAC?

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What year was BU08 XAC registered?

BU08 XAC is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 18 June 2008.

Is BU08 XAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU08 XAC shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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