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IFZ 9917

2008 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

139,678 mi
Last recorded139,678 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIFZ 9917
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 139,678 miles

Nearside Rear 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 1 Oct 2024 131,462 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering rack, rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering rack, rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil seepage (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2024 131,460 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering rack, rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering rack, rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil seepage (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 122,400 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 115,548 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 112,654 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Sep 2021 112,649 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 112,509 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2020 112,506 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Back (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 172,171 miles

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

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

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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IFZ 9917 is a 2008 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 IFZ 9917, 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

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What year was IFZ 9917 registered?

IFZ 9917 is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 21 April 2008.

Is IFZ 9917 safe to buy?

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