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YE08 UCD

2008 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

183,039 mi
Last recorded183,039 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE08 UCD
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2018 183,039 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 159,937 miles

o/s front tyre worn close to legal limit on inner edge

Fail 2 May 2017 159,937 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

o/s front tyre worn close to legal limit on inner edge

Pass 10 May 2016 133,621 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 115,725 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 98,301 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 78,716 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 May 2012 61,147 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 11 May 2011 42,520 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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YE08 UCD is a 2008 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YE08 UCD, 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 YE08 UCD?

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What year was YE08 UCD registered?

YE08 UCD is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is YE08 UCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE08 UCD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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