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YK58 LXF

2008 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

221,104 mi
Last recorded221,104 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK58 LXF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2024 221,104 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2024 221,104 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Rotation wrong way (5.2.3 (i))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2023 195,424 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 168,190 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 162,463 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 158,527 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 17 May 2019 148,364 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2018 138,198 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2018 138,197 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 10 May 2017 127,938 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 May 2016 115,387 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 102,077 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 88,483 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 74,093 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 74,093 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 65,009 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 47,176 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 47,176 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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YK58 LXF is a 2008 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YK58 LXF, 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 YK58 LXF registered?

YK58 LXF is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 1 September 2008.

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The MOT history for YK58 LXF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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