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FH08 HLX

2008 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

104,000 mi
Last recorded104,000 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 HLX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2021 104,000 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Outer slight misting cv joints

Pass 19 Nov 2020 103,981 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

slight misting around rear drive shaft outer joints

Pass 19 Mar 2019 96,227 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2019 96,227 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 89,962 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 89,960 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 76,853 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 67,368 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 61,434 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2014 54,468 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 48,670 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 41,789 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 34,398 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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FH08 HLX is a 2008 BMW 530 in Silver 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 FH08 HLX, 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 FH08 HLX registered?

FH08 HLX is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is FH08 HLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH08 HLX 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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