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K500 RDC

2008 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

138,363 mi
Last recorded138,363 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK500 RDC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 138,363 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 136,355 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2023 134,145 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

vehicle fitted with under trays unable to view/inspect some components

Pass 13 Jan 2023 132,113 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 128,211 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 29 Dec 2020 111,835 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 98,655 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 86,855 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 20 Jun 2018 86,855 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2017 85,900 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2016 81,943 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 73,096 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 59,788 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 44,315 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 40,202 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2011 29,795 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Dec 2011 29,795 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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K500 RDC 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 88.2%.

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 K500 RDC, 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 K500 RDC?

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What year was K500 RDC registered?

K500 RDC is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 17 December 2008.

Is K500 RDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K500 RDC shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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