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KV08 GKZ

2008 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

78,534 mi
Last recorded78,534 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 GKZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 78,534 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 77,995 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2023 77,812 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 13 Oct 2022 76,980 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 76,971 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 76,841 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 76,032 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 72,627 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 70,481 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 68,317 miles

Offside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 6 Jul 2016 68,317 miles

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Offside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 7 Jul 2015 64,453 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 59,337 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jul 2013 53,926 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2012 48,923 miles

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

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 23 May 2011 39,487 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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KV08 GKZ is a 2008 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 KV08 GKZ, 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

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What year was KV08 GKZ registered?

KV08 GKZ is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is KV08 GKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV08 GKZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KV08 GKZ have outstanding finance?

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