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HG58 RYF

2008 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

150,658 mi
Last recorded150,658 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG58 RYF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 150,658 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024 146,049 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 141,473 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 136,398 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 130,352 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 124,940 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 121,004 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2019 121,004 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2018 115,281 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 108,701 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 102,215 miles

Engine has an oil leak

Offside Front tyre has a nail

Rear pads wearing

Fail 3 Sep 2016 102,215 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Engine has an oil leak

Offside Front tyre has a nail

Rear pads wearing

Pass 19 Aug 2015 93,982 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 84,948 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)

Fail 23 Jul 2014 84,946 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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 18 Jul 2013 76,414 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 68,318 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 68,311 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Offside Front 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 Nov 2011 63,326 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

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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HG58 RYF is a 2008 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 HG58 RYF, 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 HG58 RYF?

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What year was HG58 RYF registered?

HG58 RYF is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 12 December 2008.

Is HG58 RYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG58 RYF shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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