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M16 EWJ

2008 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

171,100 mi
Last recorded171,100 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM16 EWJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 171,100 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 161,720 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Feb 2024 152,544 miles

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

Fail 17 Jan 2024 152,075 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2023 141,843 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 132,096 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 122,898 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2020 117,286 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2020 117,224 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed visible on outer edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jan 2019 108,439 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2019 108,439 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 99,998 miles

Central Front Lower underside of engine covered

Central Front Upper top of engine covered

Central Lower underside of vehicle covered

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 89,420 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 80,843 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 70,491 miles

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

Fail 14 Jan 2015 70,491 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 62,046 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

O/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

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

Pass 11 Jan 2013 52,286 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 44,636 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 32,890 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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M16 EWJ is a 2008 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 M16 EWJ, 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 M16 EWJ registered?

M16 EWJ is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 17 January 2008.

Is M16 EWJ safe to buy?

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