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KU08 JWW

2008 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

134,126 mi
Last recorded134,126 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 JWW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 134,126 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 131,413 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 128,080 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 127,201 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

Pass 25 Oct 2022 117,113 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

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 23 Oct 2021 109,477 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

Pass 27 Oct 2020 104,189 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Oct 2020 104,187 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2019 97,144 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

Pass 24 Oct 2018 89,639 miles

manufactures sill and body covers fitted restricting inspection

Pass 24 Oct 2017 83,095 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 76,510 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 72,387 miles

Nearside Rear 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 23 Oct 2014 68,347 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 58,892 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 51,146 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 38,415 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 28,210 miles

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

O/S front tyre void of tread on inside edge

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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KU08 JWW is a 2008 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 KU08 JWW, 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 KU08 JWW?

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What year was KU08 JWW registered?

KU08 JWW is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is KU08 JWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 JWW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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