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HD57 MTE

2008 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

118,116 mi
Last recorded118,116 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD57 MTE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 118,116 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 18 Feb 2025 112,665 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

ENGINE COVER FITTED

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 21 Feb 2024 105,978 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Fail 20 Feb 2024 105,976 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 2 Feb 2023 98,278 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 16 Feb 2022 88,666 miles

ENGINE COVER & UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Fail 16 Feb 2022 88,666 miles

ENGINE COVER & UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 80,795 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Fail 17 Feb 2021 80,795 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))

ENGINE COVER FITTED

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 20 Feb 2020 74,961 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 14 Feb 2019 66,853 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Fail 14 Feb 2019 66,851 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

ENGINE COVER FITTED

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 13 Feb 2018 60,109 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 12 Feb 2018 60,106 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 56,227 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 51,334 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 46,096 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 46,080 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 40,328 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 25 Jan 2013 34,308 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 26,438 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 20,837 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 20,837 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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HD57 MTE is a 2008 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 HD57 MTE, 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 HD57 MTE registered?

HD57 MTE is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is HD57 MTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD57 MTE shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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