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HK08 BYX

2008 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

106,727 mi
Last recorded106,727 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2014
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 BYX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2014 106,727 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

Fail 8 Oct 2014 106,415 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2013 88,285 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 87,188 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 87,188 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 79,993 miles

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 BYX is a 2008 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HK08 BYX, 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 HK08 BYX?

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What year was HK08 BYX registered?

HK08 BYX is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is HK08 BYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 BYX shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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