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KR08 VRY

2008 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

144,695 mi
Last recorded144,695 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR08 VRY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 144,695 miles
Fail 30 May 2019 144,695 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 134,892 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jun 2017 116,683 miles

Front brake discs scored

Fail 7 Jun 2017 116,683 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front brake discs scored

Pass 14 May 2016 101,482 miles

wiper blades noisy

Pass 11 May 2015 85,382 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 May 2014 81,936 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 80,252 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 77,988 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 61,364 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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KR08 VRY is a 2008 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KR08 VRY, 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 KR08 VRY?

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What year was KR08 VRY registered?

KR08 VRY is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is KR08 VRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR08 VRY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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