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M800 VEX

2008 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

185,663 mi
Last recorded185,663 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM800 VEX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 185,663 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 180,102 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 173,871 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 162,474 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 145,776 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 138,757 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 127,520 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 110,249 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 95,503 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 85,592 miles

Offside 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)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 73,062 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 60,935 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 47,699 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 47,699 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

o/s reverse light inop

Pass 24 May 2012 35,821 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 25,409 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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M800 VEX is a 2008 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 M800 VEX, 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 M800 VEX?

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What year was M800 VEX registered?

M800 VEX is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is M800 VEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M800 VEX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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