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LM08 UCV

2008 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

118,836 mi
Last recorded118,836 miles
Recorded on17 May 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 UCV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2024 118,836 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 113,263 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 109,521 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 101,070 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 91,561 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 78,179 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 75,512 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 67,832 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Nov 2017 67,832 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 59,431 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 52,912 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Dec 2014 45,856 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 38,943 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 28,335 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 23,439 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 UCV is a 2008 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LM08 UCV, 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 UCV registered?

LM08 UCV is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 4 May 2008.

Is LM08 UCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM08 UCV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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