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FY08 LYO

2008 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

122,285 mi
Last recorded122,285 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 LYO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2022 122,285 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2021 115,935 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2021 115,933 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2019 107,725 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 95,629 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 95,629 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 87,175 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

Oil leak ()

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2016 77,544 miles

Offside Front wear on inner edge

oil leak

Fail 7 Jun 2016 77,444 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Front tyres worn on edges

Rear tyres worn on edges

oil leak

Pass 11 Jun 2015 67,996 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jun 2014 58,027 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 49,192 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 39,949 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 31,437 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 31,437 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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FY08 LYO is a 2008 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 FY08 LYO, 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 FY08 LYO?

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What year was FY08 LYO registered?

FY08 LYO is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 24 June 2008.

Is FY08 LYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 LYO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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