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FL08 KJA

2008 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

123,198 mi
Last recorded123,198 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 KJA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 123,198 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 119,502 miles

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2024 115,601 miles

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

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 20 Feb 2023 111,999 miles

Under Tray Fitted

Fail 20 Feb 2023 111,999 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 20 Dec 2021 106,865 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2020 104,365 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 May 2019 100,519 miles

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

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 23 May 2018 98,253 miles

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

under try fitted

Fail 23 May 2018 98,253 miles

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

under try fitted

Pass 23 May 2017 95,265 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 85,492 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 77,736 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 69,150 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 62,644 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 55,251 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 46,044 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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FL08 KJA 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 88.2%.

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 FL08 KJA, 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 FL08 KJA registered?

FL08 KJA is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is FL08 KJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 KJA shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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