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LO08 YHY

2008 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

125,778 mi
Last recorded125,778 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 YHY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2021 125,778 miles

Nearside Front bumper damaged

Nearside head lamp unit damaged

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

Fail 2 Dec 2021 125,755 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front bumper damaged

Nearside head lamp unit damaged

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

Pass 3 Dec 2020 118,473 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL TYRES (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 109,894 miles

rear tyres close to wear bars

Pass 29 Nov 2018 96,357 miles

nearside front wing slightly damaged

Pass 24 Nov 2017 85,830 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 72,906 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2015 57,616 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 44,718 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Oct 2013 33,483 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 28,189 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 24,675 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 18,056 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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LO08 YHY 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 92.3%.

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 LO08 YHY, 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

How do I check the history of LO08 YHY?

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What year was LO08 YHY registered?

LO08 YHY is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is LO08 YHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO08 YHY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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