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G23 JJS

2008 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

128,293 mi
Last recorded128,293 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG23 JJS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 128,293 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 117,112 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2025 117,008 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 107,404 miles

parking brake needs adjustment

Pass 31 Mar 2023 101,903 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 97,313 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner and outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 93,565 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower forward most . thrust arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 92,486 miles

Nearside Rear hand brake =16% nearside requires adjustmen

offside wiper linkage worn

Pass 20 Mar 2019 87,150 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 80,160 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

emissions not detected

Pass 15 Mar 2017 72,553 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

emissions not detected

Pass 17 Mar 2016 65,278 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

emissions not detected

Pass 18 Mar 2015 58,287 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 50,626 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2013 43,367 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013 43,367 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 17 Mar 2012 34,157 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2011 26,309 miles

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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G23 JJS 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 88.9%.

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 G23 JJS, 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 G23 JJS registered?

G23 JJS is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is G23 JJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G23 JJS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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