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LM08 KXK

2008 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

222,601 mi
Last recorded222,601 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 KXK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2019 222,601 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 3 Apr 2019 222,154 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 201,128 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2018 201,127 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2017 181,295 miles

Both front strut bump stop rubbers split

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Hand brake (3.7.B.5b)

DPF warning light in at time of test

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

Pass 25 Apr 2016 162,949 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 143,386 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 143,386 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 124,338 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 104,485 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 83,767 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 61,026 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 61,026 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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LM08 KXK is a 2008 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 LM08 KXK, 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 KXK registered?

LM08 KXK is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 27 April 2008.

Is LM08 KXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM08 KXK shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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