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YK58 SBZ

2008 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

139,317 mi
Last recorded139,317 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK58 SBZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 139,317 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2024 139,317 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 135,241 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 131,389 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 127,480 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2021 127,480 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 125,010 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 121,751 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 117,418 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 111,602 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 11 May 2017 111,602 miles

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bootlid (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 May 2016 106,491 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 106,491 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 May 2015 98,923 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 85,874 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2013 70,599 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 58,174 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 42,086 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 SBZ is a 2008 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol 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 SBZ, 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 SBZ registered?

YK58 SBZ is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 10 September 2008.

Is YK58 SBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK58 SBZ 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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