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LL08 MZP

2008 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

117,889 mi
Last recorded117,889 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL08 MZP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 117,889 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2026 117,889 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2025 104,882 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 90,351 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 78,975 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 75,454 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Undertrays covering most underside components

Pass 22 Feb 2021 69,334 miles

No emissions too clean to register

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level lamp inoperative (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Undertrays covering most underside components

Fail 22 Feb 2021 69,334 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

No emissions too clean to register

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level lamp inoperative (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Undertrays covering most underside components

Pass 6 Mar 2020 68,630 miles

Engine covers and undertrays covering some underside components

Oil leak, but not excessive Signs of engine oil on undertray and around bell housing area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 66,485 miles

under trays & engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 6 Mar 2018 64,794 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn low on inner edge

Fail 6 Mar 2018 64,793 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn low on inner edge

Pass 21 Feb 2017 62,083 miles

Nearside Front tyre bald on edges

Pass 18 Mar 2016 59,106 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 49,949 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 43,123 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 30,214 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 22,623 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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LL08 MZP 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 83.3%.

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 LL08 MZP, 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 LL08 MZP registered?

LL08 MZP is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 18 June 2008.

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The MOT history for LL08 MZP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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