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BX58 PCO

2008 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

308,263 mi
Last recorded308,263 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX58 PCO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2023 308,263 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 284,149 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2022 283,942 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 267,208 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Feb 2020 253,866 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 227,731 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 31 Oct 2017 124,374 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin pad looks low (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly lipped (3.5.1i)

Fail 1 Sep 2017 197,248 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front wiper blades x2 (8.2.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 103,436 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Aug 2015 92,601 miles

small crack in windscreen

Pass 17 Jul 2014 130,036 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

has damage to front windscreen outside swept area

Pass 14 Jun 2013 77,317 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Unable to access tow electrical socket

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Jun 2013 77,317 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Unable to access tow electrical socket

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jul 2012 69,608 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 53,941 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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BX58 PCO is a 2008 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 BX58 PCO, 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 BX58 PCO registered?

BX58 PCO is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 28 October 2008.

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