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LJ58 RFE

2008 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

118,630 mi
Last recorded118,630 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ58 RFE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 118,630 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 116,259 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 110,352 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 107,041 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2021 92,324 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 87,744 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 84,101 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2019 84,098 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2018 77,573 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 77,573 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR ARM BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 72,226 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 66,889 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 62,223 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 55,532 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 50,056 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 34,504 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 24,188 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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LJ58 RFE is a 2008 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LJ58 RFE, 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 LJ58 RFE registered?

LJ58 RFE is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 18 November 2008.

Is LJ58 RFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ58 RFE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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