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HV08 WHK

2008 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

127,153 mi
Last recorded127,153 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 WHK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 127,153 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 119,027 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2024 112,088 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 106,354 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 16 Feb 2023 106,325 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 99,643 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 93,357 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 90,572 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 86,600 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 79,426 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 74,268 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 68,451 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 61,670 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 53,823 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 47,339 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 39,258 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 27,639 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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HV08 WHK is a 2008 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 HV08 WHK, 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.

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What year was HV08 WHK registered?

HV08 WHK is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 9 May 2008.

Is HV08 WHK safe to buy?

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