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YG08 KYV

2008 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

135,323 mi
Last recorded135,323 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 KYV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2018 135,323 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2018 134,900 miles

Steering lock warning lamp indicates a fault (2.1.4c)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2017 119,629 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2017 116,118 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front fog lamp inop

Pass 12 Feb 2016 106,419 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 86,488 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres wearing low on inner edges

Pass 2 Mar 2013 50,072 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2013 50,072 miles

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

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

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

offside front tyre worn low and bald on inner edge

Pass 18 Apr 2012 35,720 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 19,632 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 19,003 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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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YG08 KYV is a 2008 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YG08 KYV, 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 YG08 KYV registered?

YG08 KYV is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is YG08 KYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG08 KYV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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