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LM08 VYP

2008 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

156,071 mi
Last recorded156,071 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 VYP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 156,071 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 145,705 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2023 134,041 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 127,098 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 119,238 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2020 112,553 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 102,707 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 11 May 2019 102,707 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Apr 2018 93,767 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 87,591 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 87,591 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 82,279 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 77,768 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 77,758 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 71,766 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 57,053 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 45,224 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 45,224 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 32,337 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 VYP is a 2008 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VYP, 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.

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What year was LM08 VYP registered?

LM08 VYP is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 9 May 2008.

Is LM08 VYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM08 VYP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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