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C10 SRE

2008 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

69,748 mi
Last recorded69,748 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC10 SRE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 69,748 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated x 2 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 64,998 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 18 Feb 2025 64,997 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 57,776 miles

DPF warning lamp indicates a fault

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2023 52,963 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 47,847 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 44,131 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 38,895 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 32,137 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 30,995 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 30,667 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 27,248 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 23,104 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2014 23,104 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 19,596 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 15,683 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 11,322 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 6,333 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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C10 SRE is a 2008 BMW 530 in Silver 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 C10 SRE, 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 C10 SRE registered?

C10 SRE is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 28 February 2008.

Is C10 SRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C10 SRE 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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