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YF58 KWE

2008 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

159,667 mi
Last recorded159,667 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF58 KWE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2025 159,667 miles

All under trays fitted

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Nov 2024 153,190 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Nov 2023 146,003 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under tray and engine covers fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2022 140,880 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2021 135,450 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under tray and engine covers fitted

Pass 20 Dec 2020 128,222 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under tray and engine covers fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2019 125,489 miles

undertray and sill covers fitted

Pass 9 Dec 2018 116,240 miles

undertray and engine covers fitted

Pass 21 Dec 2017 110,712 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2017 110,689 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Dec 2016 99,004 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2016 99,004 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 88,048 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 78,511 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Dec 2013 67,247 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Dec 2012 54,199 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 39,072 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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YF58 KWE is a 2008 BMW 530 in Black 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 YF58 KWE, 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 YF58 KWE registered?

YF58 KWE is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 8 December 2008.

Is YF58 KWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF58 KWE 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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