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YF08 XNP

2008 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

94,223 mi
Last recorded94,223 miles
Recorded on30 May 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF08 XNP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2023 94,223 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2022 80,698 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2021 78,430 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 75,199 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear tyre worn unevenly

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2019 70,944 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 63,823 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 56,841 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit INNER EDGE WORN ALMOST TO CORDS (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 51,963 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 45,553 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 38,983 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

nearside front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 31 Jul 2013 29,223 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 19,523 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 19,523 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2011 11,716 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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YF08 XNP is a 2008 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YF08 XNP, 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.

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What year was YF08 XNP registered?

YF08 XNP is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 4 June 2008.

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