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HN08 VBC

2008 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

232,858 mi
Last recorded232,858 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN08 VBC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 232,858 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 222,231 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 207,377 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 189,948 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 174,348 miles

NSR and OSR driveshaft boots deter.

Pass 10 Nov 2020 162,895 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 151,620 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 141,070 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 125,042 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 124,547 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 124,547 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2016 109,318 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 97,988 miles

all four tyres worn on edges-o/s/rside wall worn

Fail 22 Sep 2015 97,988 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

all four tyres worn on edges-o/s/rside wall worn

Pass 26 Sep 2014 85,673 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2014 85,673 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2013 73,373 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 64,518 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 53,137 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 50,979 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 50,979 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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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HN08 VBC is a 2008 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 HN08 VBC, 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 HN08 VBC?

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What year was HN08 VBC registered?

HN08 VBC is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is HN08 VBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN08 VBC shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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