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FY58 ZDP

2008 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

183,192 mi
Last recorded183,192 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY58 ZDP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2024 183,192 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 172,665 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 Mar 2023 172,665 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 161,929 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 149,624 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Mar 2021 149,624 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2020 138,071 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 126,189 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 114,879 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 101,508 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2016 90,142 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Under car is fitted with plastic cover.

Pass 17 Mar 2015 76,688 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Mar 2014 65,880 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 57,911 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 46,975 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)

front brake discs slightly scored

Pass 31 Oct 2011 46,134 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)

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

o/s/r brake disc carroded

Fail 28 Oct 2011 46,028 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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)

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

o/s/r brake disc carroded

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 ZDP is a 2008 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 ZDP, 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 FY58 ZDP registered?

FY58 ZDP is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 11 November 2008.

Is FY58 ZDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY58 ZDP shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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