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FX08 KSK

2008 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

236,338 mi
Last recorded236,338 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 KSK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2019 236,338 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 218,065 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2018 217,715 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 188,149 miles

Oil leak engine ()

Pass 2 Oct 2015 180,442 miles

Front brake pads low

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

oil leak

Fail 29 Sep 2015 180,432 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

Front brake pads low

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

oil leak

Pass 3 Sep 2014 167,503 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 157,837 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 157,837 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 May 2012 144,312 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 87,872 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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FX08 KSK is a 2008 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FX08 KSK, 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 FX08 KSK registered?

FX08 KSK is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is FX08 KSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX08 KSK shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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