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LM57 ZRT

2008 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

50,193 mi
Last recorded50,193 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM57 ZRT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2023 50,193 miles

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

TPMS lamp on.

Fail 8 Feb 2023 80,334 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

TPMS lamp on.

Pass 4 Feb 2022 40,510 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 1 Feb 2021 31,135 miles

engine covers and full undertrays/shields fitted obscuring viewing some testable components

Pass 13 Jan 2020 26,527 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 26,473 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 26,466 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 24,984 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 24,328 miles

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

covers fitted upper and lower

Pass 22 Jan 2015 23,089 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 22,732 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jan 2013 22,128 miles

Slight corrosion on both front and rear brake discs.

Pass 24 Jan 2012 20,137 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 18,518 miles

surface corrosion in rear brake discs

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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LM57 ZRT is a 2008 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 LM57 ZRT, 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 LM57 ZRT registered?

LM57 ZRT is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 7 February 2008.

Is LM57 ZRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM57 ZRT shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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