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FL08 UXS

2008 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

172,000 mi
Last recorded172,000 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 UXS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2019 172,000 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 166,464 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 155,708 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2017

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 146,079 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 134,031 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 122,758 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 110,301 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 109,090 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 97,998 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 97,998 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 95,958 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 95,958 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 UXS 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 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UXS, 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

How do I check the history of FL08 UXS?

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What year was FL08 UXS registered?

FL08 UXS is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is FL08 UXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 UXS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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