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M500 ELR

2008 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

141,627 mi
Last recorded141,627 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM500 ELR
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2024 141,627 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2024 141,625 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))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 139,436 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2021 131,707 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 123,348 miles

Offside Rear parking brake reading low

Fail 18 Mar 2020 123,346 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner through to internal core (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear parking brake reading low

Pass 28 Mar 2019 118,584 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 112,631 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 105,390 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x23 ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 94,374 miles

front tyres worn

Pass 4 Mar 2015 80,559 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 65,506 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 52,692 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 41,991 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 40,777 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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M500 ELR is a 2008 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 M500 ELR, 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 M500 ELR registered?

M500 ELR is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 4 November 2008.

Is M500 ELR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M500 ELR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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