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LM58 LML

2008 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

156,372 mi
Last recorded156,372 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM58 LML
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 156,372 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin ns and os (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2025 147,559 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2025 147,559 miles

Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 141,081 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 134,615 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 125,477 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 114,965 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 107,915 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 93,664 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2019 93,018 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2018 79,451 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 69,100 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 65,530 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2015 61,517 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 10 Apr 2015 61,470 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 15 Apr 2014 55,869 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 54,265 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2014 54,264 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

off side rear tyre has 2mm max on tread also wearing on inside edge

Pass 26 Feb 2013 40,607 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 27,092 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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LM58 LML is a 2008 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LM58 LML, 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 LM58 LML registered?

LM58 LML is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 6 November 2008.

Is LM58 LML safe to buy?

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