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LM08 HNJ

2008 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

201,778 mi
Last recorded201,778 miles
Recorded on10 May 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 HNJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2019 201,778 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak under trade cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 195,294 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 182,953 miles

Central Rear seat belt cannot be fully adjusted

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

both rear tyres bald on inner edges

Fail 24 Apr 2017 182,953 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Central Rear seat belt cannot be fully adjusted

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

both rear tyres bald on inner edges

Pass 15 Apr 2016 158,517 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 149,400 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 137,884 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 126,326 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 113,637 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 96,704 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 96,703 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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 TYRES ARE JUST LEGAL

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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LM08 HNJ is a 2008 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LM08 HNJ, 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 LM08 HNJ registered?

LM08 HNJ is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is LM08 HNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM08 HNJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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