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LX08 UOG

2008 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

126,460 mi
Last recorded126,460 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 UOG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 126,460 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2024 113,863 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 104,621 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Mar 2023 102,531 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 95,213 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2022 95,213 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Unrepairable ()

Pass 26 Feb 2021 90,501 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2020 86,926 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 86,926 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2019 81,300 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 75,836 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 67,879 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 60,542 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2015 53,331 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Feb 2014 46,819 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2013 38,175 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 29,245 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 22,189 miles

Nearside 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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LX08 UOG is a 2008 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 LX08 UOG, 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 LX08 UOG registered?

LX08 UOG is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is LX08 UOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX08 UOG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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