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JB08 ADB

2008 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

261,111 mi
Last recorded261,111 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJB08 ADB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 261,111 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 234,013 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 338,879 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 135,455 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 131,890 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 129,605 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 127,923 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 124,115 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 193,258 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 108,955 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 103,770 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside and offside rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 96,442 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2014 88,607 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 81,898 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2013 81,898 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 74,462 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 53,442 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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JB08 ADB is a 2008 BMW 530 in Blue 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 JB08 ADB, 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 JB08 ADB registered?

JB08 ADB is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is JB08 ADB safe to buy?

The MOT history for JB08 ADB 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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