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KU08 LUY

2008 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

209,838 mi
Last recorded209,838 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 LUY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 209,838 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 202,487 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2023 195,523 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 187,290 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 180,035 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 174,778 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 168,815 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 161,619 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 250,208 miles

corrosion and wear on brake discs

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 6 Dec 2017 250,089 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

corrosion and wear on brake discs

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 29 Nov 2017 249,643 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

minor chips to front windscreen

Pass 10 Dec 2016 226,866 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 124,016 miles

under trays and covers fitted in engine bay

Pass 2 Dec 2014 109,790 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 5 Dec 2013 97,147 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 83,168 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2011 68,999 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 58,035 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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KU08 LUY is a 2008 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LUY, 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 LUY?

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What year was KU08 LUY registered?

KU08 LUY is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is KU08 LUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 LUY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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