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MF58 ZVE

2008 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

136,162 mi
Last recorded136,162 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF58 ZVE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 136,162 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 129,464 miles

Front windows have product on glass which may affect visibility

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2024 129,386 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 122,669 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 120,171 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 102,505 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2022 102,504 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Sep 2020 92,302 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 81,505 miles

Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 72,597 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 64,134 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 57,079 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edges both (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2015 49,368 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 41,109 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2013 33,946 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 31,736 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 27,219 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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MF58 ZVE is a 2008 BMW 530 in Blue 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 MF58 ZVE, 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 MF58 ZVE registered?

MF58 ZVE is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 19 September 2008.

Is MF58 ZVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF58 ZVE 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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