CarVerify

Free Car Check

CX58 FJV

2008 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

172,798 mi
Last recorded172,798 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX58 FJV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 172,798 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 165,168 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 158,659 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 158,659 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 11 May 2015 156,515 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Aug 2014 152,549 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 143,305 miles

Nearside rear outer C/V joint leaking

Offside rear outer C/V joint leaking

Fail 8 Nov 2013 143,305 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear outer C/V joint leaking

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside rear outer C/V joint leaking

Pass 4 Dec 2012 125,385 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2012 125,385 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 92,484 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 92,484 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

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
Full BMW 530 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

CX58 FJV is a 2008 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 CX58 FJV, 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 CX58 FJV?

You can check the full history of CX58 FJV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was CX58 FJV registered?

CX58 FJV is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 18 December 2008.

Is CX58 FJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX58 FJV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CX58 FJV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on CX58 FJV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.