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LS08 YVZ

2008 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

150,035 mi
Last recorded150,035 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 YVZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2019 150,035 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 141,398 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front metal dust cover for disc sl.damaged

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 4-5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 125,549 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner and outer edges worn (4.1.E.1)

Under trays fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2016 108,366 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Under trays fitted

Pass 12 Sep 2015 89,849 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 89,830 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 79,493 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 78,488 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Apr 2013 68,844 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 54,572 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2011 37,772 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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LS08 YVZ is a 2008 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LS08 YVZ, 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 LS08 YVZ registered?

LS08 YVZ is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is LS08 YVZ safe to buy?

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