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DG08 KXB

2008 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

224,024 mi
Last recorded224,024 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 KXB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2024 224,024 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 10 Aug 2023 215,430 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 9 Aug 2023 215,426 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 May 2022 197,013 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 182,271 miles

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

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

covers under vehicle full inspection off pipes ect cannot be carried out

Fail 12 May 2021 181,625 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

covers under vehicle full inspection off pipes ect cannot be carried out

Pass 13 May 2020 175,258 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 173,713 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 151,308 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 147,396 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 140,370 miles
Pass 31 May 2015 134,600 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 125,360 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 31 May 2013 116,011 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 111,023 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 107,031 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 107,026 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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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DG08 KXB is a 2008 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 DG08 KXB, 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 DG08 KXB?

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What year was DG08 KXB registered?

DG08 KXB is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is DG08 KXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 KXB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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