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MH08 AEA

2008 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

152,687 mi
Last recorded152,687 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH08 AEA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2018 152,687 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2018 152,683 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front 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 16 Sep 2017 138,515 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 124,533 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 1 Sep 2016 124,524 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt upper drop link gaiter (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt upper drop link gaiter (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 106,384 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 90,147 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2013 73,564 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 55,551 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 38,727 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 38,727 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 38,046 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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MH08 AEA is a 2008 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MH08 AEA, 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 MH08 AEA registered?

MH08 AEA is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 28 July 2008.

Is MH08 AEA safe to buy?

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