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LR58 UTT

2008 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

219,824 mi
Last recorded219,824 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR58 UTT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 219,824 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2024 207,297 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Dec 2024 207,271 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 198,222 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2022 183,565 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2022 183,565 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2021 174,543 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2021 174,495 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 169,800 miles

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

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

undertray fitted

Pass 29 May 2019 155,811 miles

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

undertray fitted not allowing inspection above

Pass 26 Apr 2018 149,095 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides rear (3.5.1g)

undertrays fitted to most of underbody not allowing inspection above

Pass 27 Apr 2017 144,332 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

under trays fitted

Pass 24 May 2016 136,206 miles

Centre Rear registration bulbs 50% light source

Offside Rear nail in the tyre

Pass 29 Apr 2015 124,569 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 107,408 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 78,696 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 55,881 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 24 May 2012 55,881 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 May 2011 38,330 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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LR58 UTT is a 2008 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc 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 LR58 UTT, 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 LR58 UTT registered?

LR58 UTT is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 19 September 2008.

Is LR58 UTT safe to buy?

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