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MF08 JVA

2008 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

349,342 mi
Last recorded349,342 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 JVA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 349,342 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 339,770 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 324,485 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 307,833 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 290,772 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2021 290,771 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 274,978 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 251,952 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2019 251,952 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 233,448 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 218,006 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 203,644 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 193,095 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 173,849 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 158,098 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 138,677 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 82,173 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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MF08 JVA is a 2008 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 MF08 JVA, 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 MF08 JVA registered?

MF08 JVA is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is MF08 JVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF08 JVA shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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