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FP08 FBG

2008 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

134,175 mi
Last recorded134,175 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 FBG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 134,175 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 131,224 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 127,741 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 124,113 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 121,467 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2021 114,989 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 102,182 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 10 Jul 2019 102,182 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 94,716 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2017 86,381 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 86,381 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 78,818 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 8 Apr 2015 69,574 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 60,675 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Apr 2014 60,270 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 50,008 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 34,733 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 20,504 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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FP08 FBG is a 2008 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FP08 FBG, 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 FP08 FBG?

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What year was FP08 FBG registered?

FP08 FBG is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is FP08 FBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP08 FBG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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