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DE58 WZY

2008 BMW 530

Red Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

293,069 mi
Last recorded293,069 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE58 WZY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2022 293,069 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2022 293,068 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer cv gaiter perished

Pass 29 Nov 2021 278,806 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 10 Dec 2020 245,233 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 224,755 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 218,111 miles

Rear Lower Oil leak, but not excessive REAR DIFFERENTIAL OIL LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Dec 2018 218,096 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 191,094 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 180,526 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2015 167,234 miles

child seats on nearside and offside rear seats

Pass 19 Dec 2014 157,831 miles

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

vehicle underside damage and has clearly been driven through a field / off road

Fail 16 Dec 2014 157,806 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

vehicle underside damage and has clearly been driven through a field / off road

Pass 12 Dec 2013 148,534 miles

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

both front tyres wearing low on inner edges

nearside rear tyre bald on inside edge

Pass 2 Jan 2013 131,053 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Dec 2011 110,943 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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DE58 WZY is a 2008 BMW 530 in Red 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 DE58 WZY, 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 DE58 WZY registered?

DE58 WZY is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 30 December 2008.

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