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HK08 BXV

2008 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

152,964 mi
Last recorded152,964 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 BXV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 4 Oct 2025 152,964 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit and needs replacing ASAP (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit and needs replacing ASAP (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 137,036 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 130,645 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 123,710 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 116,248 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 110,070 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 102,286 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 93,881 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 83,600 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 78,478 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 75,811 miles

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

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

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

body damage

Pass 22 Apr 2014 68,504 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 58,016 miles

offside front tyre wearing outer edge

Pass 16 Apr 2012 48,145 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 36,486 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

undertrays fitted

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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HK08 BXV is a 2008 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HK08 BXV, 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 HK08 BXV registered?

HK08 BXV is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is HK08 BXV safe to buy?

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