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YF58 LBV

2008 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

173,991 mi
Last recorded173,991 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF58 LBV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 173,991 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 167,155 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 31 Oct 2023 158,571 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 147,969 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 22 Oct 2021 142,095 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 137,319 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 131,544 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 124,621 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2018 124,621 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 110,464 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2017 110,445 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245 40 18 (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2016 91,802 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 80,349 miles

engine bay ,sill and floor pan covers fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2014 71,147 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 54,347 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 29,884 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 24,759 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Dec 2011 24,759 miles

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

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

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

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 LBV is a 2008 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LBV, 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 YF58 LBV?

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What year was YF58 LBV registered?

YF58 LBV is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 15 December 2008.

Is YF58 LBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF58 LBV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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