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KV08 VXS

2008 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

170,648 mi
Last recorded170,648 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 VXS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2018 170,648 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 152,442 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 15 Jun 2017 152,442 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Jun 2016 133,924 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 115,438 miles

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

advise play in wiper linkage

Fail 11 Jun 2015 115,438 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

advise play in wiper linkage

Pass 13 Jun 2014 91,823 miles

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

slight damage to nearside front tyre wall

slight damage to offside front tyre wall

Pass 21 Jun 2013 78,219 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 62,921 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)

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

slight damage to nearside rear tyre wall

Fail 22 Jun 2012 62,588 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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)

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

slight damage to nearside rear tyre wall

Pass 9 May 2011 45,575 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 30,576 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 VXS is a 2008 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KV08 VXS, 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 VXS registered?

KV08 VXS is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is KV08 VXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV08 VXS shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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