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J99 MGA

2008 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

104,537 mi
Last recorded104,537 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ99 MGA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 104,537 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2025 102,538 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 100,426 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 97,741 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2023 97,741 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 93,515 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 91,366 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2020 91,143 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 86,713 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 80,443 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 75,299 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 70,306 miles

under body trays fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2015 62,622 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r tyre inner sidewall cracking

Pass 22 Apr 2014 55,325 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 46,871 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2012 35,724 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 25,644 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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J99 MGA is a 2008 BMW 530 in Silver 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 J99 MGA, 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 J99 MGA registered?

J99 MGA is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 9 April 2008.

Is J99 MGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J99 MGA 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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