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YK58 TKZ

2008 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

189,832 mi
Last recorded189,832 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 189,832 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2025 180,120 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2024 172,161 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 164,730 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 158,342 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 150,137 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 141,504 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 131,810 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 122,002 miles

Rear tyres low

Pass 10 Dec 2016 110,341 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 10 Dec 2016 110,341 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Dec 2015 99,236 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 12 Dec 2015 95,531 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

under trays fitted

Pass 5 Jan 2015 88,614 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 86,611 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Sep 2013 72,446 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 72,431 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 56,815 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Sep 2012 56,802 miles

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

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Aug 2011 39,596 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 39,084 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.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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YK58 TKZ is a 2008 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 TKZ, 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 TKZ registered?

YK58 TKZ is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 18 September 2008.

Is YK58 TKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK58 TKZ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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