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KP08 DHY

2008 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

116,828 mi
Last recorded116,828 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2011
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 DHY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2011 116,828 miles

both front tyres wearing badly in inside edges

Fail 24 Mar 2011 116,828 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front tyres wearing badly in inside edges

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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KP08 DHY is a 2008 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 KP08 DHY, 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 KP08 DHY?

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What year was KP08 DHY registered?

KP08 DHY is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 3 April 2008.

Is KP08 DHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP08 DHY shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KP08 DHY have outstanding finance?

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