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FE08 UOT

2008 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,993 mi
Last recorded40,993 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 UOT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2025 40,993 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 39,216 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 37,338 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 34,919 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 32,560 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 30,940 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 28,864 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 26,750 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 25,058 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 23,337 miles

Misting of oil around rear of engine

Slight play in steering rack - o/s inner joint

Pass 29 Jun 2015 20,476 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 18,236 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

long travel handbrake

Pass 25 Jun 2013 17,555 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 15,890 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 13,161 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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FE08 UOT is a 2008 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FE08 UOT, 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 FE08 UOT registered?

FE08 UOT is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is FE08 UOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE08 UOT shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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