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LJ57 DBK

2008 BMW 530

White Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

88,688 mi
Last recorded88,688 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 DBK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2018 88,688 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 77,826 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 73,421 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 64,362 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 64,362 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 54,935 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 48,806 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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LJ57 DBK is a 2008 BMW 530 in White with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LJ57 DBK, 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 LJ57 DBK registered?

LJ57 DBK is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is LJ57 DBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ57 DBK shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LJ57 DBK have outstanding finance?

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