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FN08 MWF

2008 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

254,044 mi
Last recorded254,044 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN08 MWF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 254,044 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2024 226,062 miles

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

under tray fitted

Pass 31 Oct 2023 195,006 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Nov 2022 168,697 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Nov 2021 141,180 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 113,913 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 111,647 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2018 93,337 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 93,337 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Oct 2017 92,242 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 24 Oct 2017 92,242 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 65,087 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2016 65,087 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2015 53,669 miles

O/S FRONT TYRE SMALL SPLITS TO INSIDE WALL NOT TO CORDS

Pass 1 Aug 2014 43,691 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 43,687 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 36,656 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2013 36,656 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 31,412 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 23,146 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 23,011 miles

Centre Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Centre Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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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FN08 MWF is a 2008 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FN08 MWF, 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 FN08 MWF registered?

FN08 MWF is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 9 April 2008.

Is FN08 MWF safe to buy?

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