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EY08 OLW

2008 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

157,130 mi
Last recorded157,130 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY08 OLW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2021 157,130 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 149,236 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2019 130,786 miles

Brake pipes starting to corrode

Fail 13 Jun 2019 130,786 miles

Brake pipes starting to corrode

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 122,436 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 106,091 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 103,662 miles

engine cover fitted

under body tray fitted

Fail 16 Jun 2016 103,662 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine cover fitted

under body tray fitted

Pass 16 May 2015 94,648 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 87,930 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing from inner edges

nearside front tyre outer wall has cut not showing ply cord at time of test

Pass 13 Jun 2013 81,983 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 74,399 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 57,401 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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EY08 OLW is a 2008 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 EY08 OLW, 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 EY08 OLW registered?

EY08 OLW is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is EY08 OLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY08 OLW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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