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FY58 UUZ

2008 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

138,673 mi
Last recorded138,673 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY58 UUZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 138,673 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2025 138,656 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 135,735 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 126,867 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2023 126,867 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 122,911 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 118,793 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2020 115,256 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 108,417 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 87,867 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 71,430 miles

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 20 Aug 2015 60,186 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 48,652 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 40,650 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 33,264 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 25,620 miles

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

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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FY58 UUZ is a 2008 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FY58 UUZ, 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 FY58 UUZ?

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What year was FY58 UUZ registered?

FY58 UUZ is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is FY58 UUZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY58 UUZ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FY58 UUZ have outstanding finance?

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