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YK58 RZX

2008 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

87,262 mi
Last recorded87,262 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 87,262 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2026 87,262 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2025 80,944 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 67,455 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 55,339 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 45,922 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 39,653 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre carcass outer edge damage visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable components

Pass 17 Aug 2020 37,984 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 34,749 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 33,132 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 32,554 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 32,217 miles

Offside Front tyre cracking outer edge

under trays fitted

Fail 19 Aug 2016 32,217 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front tyre cracking outer edge

under trays fitted

Fail 11 Aug 2015 31,683 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 31,683 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 30,972 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front wiper blades dont park at the rest position

Pass 15 Aug 2013 29,797 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear pads low.

Pass 21 Aug 2012 29,070 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 29,070 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 28,418 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 RZX is a 2008 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RZX, 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 RZX registered?

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

Is YK58 RZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK58 RZX shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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