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FE58 YVR

2008 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

191,500 mi
Last recorded191,500 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE58 YVR
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2022 191,500 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 188,729 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2020 181,402 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 166,513 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 148,042 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2018 148,042 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2017 127,526 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 107,695 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 92,982 miles

various minor engine oil leaks

n/s o/s rear tyres worn on inner edges. centre tread approx 3.5mm

Fail 14 Sep 2015 92,982 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

n/s o/s rear tyres worn on inner edges. centre tread approx 3.5mm

various minor engine oil leaks

Pass 8 Sep 2014 80,560 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2013 68,355 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

long travel handbrake

Pass 31 Aug 2012 53,941 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 39,905 miles

front tyres wearing stepped on edges

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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FE58 YVR is a 2008 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 FE58 YVR, 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.

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What year was FE58 YVR registered?

FE58 YVR is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is FE58 YVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE58 YVR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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