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HY08 HYR

2008 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

136,297 mi
Last recorded136,297 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 HYR
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 136,297 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 133,729 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 131,638 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also nail in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Sill covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 15 Feb 2023 125,801 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 119,184 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 108,675 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 98,376 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 84,362 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 76,521 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 76,520 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 73,548 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2016 70,183 miles

O/S and N/S rear suspension air bags perished

Rear brake pads getting low

Pass 16 Feb 2015 66,112 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Feb 2014 60,784 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 51,161 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2012 41,089 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 29,680 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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HY08 HYR is a 2008 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc 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 HY08 HYR, 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 HY08 HYR?

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What year was HY08 HYR registered?

HY08 HYR is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is HY08 HYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY08 HYR shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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