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HV58 XEJ

2008 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

180,731 mi
Last recorded180,731 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV58 XEJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 180,731 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2024 172,266 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 165,587 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2023 165,587 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 156,597 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2022 156,528 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 149,634 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2020 140,814 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 132,929 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 121,034 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 105,351 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 78,827 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2015 47,146 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 45,181 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 35,039 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 34,710 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 28,429 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 21,946 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 21,937 miles

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

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

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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HV58 XEJ is a 2008 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 HV58 XEJ, 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 HV58 XEJ?

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What year was HV58 XEJ registered?

HV58 XEJ is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 6 December 2008.

Is HV58 XEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV58 XEJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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