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LV08 ONG

2008 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

108,239 mi
Last recorded108,239 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 ONG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 108,239 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2025 108,211 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2024 106,102 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 98,345 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 87,506 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 85,592 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Nov 2020 85,499 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 85,499 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 83,927 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 73,817 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 64,561 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 58,677 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2015 39,889 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 37,320 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 35,112 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 35,110 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 29,104 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 25,688 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2011 20,744 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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LV08 ONG 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 84.2%.

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 LV08 ONG, 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 LV08 ONG?

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What year was LV08 ONG registered?

LV08 ONG is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is LV08 ONG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV08 ONG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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