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YL57 DGZ

2008 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

242,105 mi
Last recorded242,105 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL57 DGZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 242,105 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn bald (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn bald (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 227,385 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2024 227,385 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 212,864 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 198,718 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 181,558 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Dec 2021 181,530 miles

Front Position lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 167,796 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 157,885 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 150,120 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

engine oil level low

exhaust centre mounting rubber split

nearside and offside rear flexi brake hoses deteriorating

oil leak

Fail 1 May 2019 150,120 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

engine oil level low

exhaust centre mounting rubber split

nearside and offside rear flexi brake hoses deteriorating

oil leak

Pass 1 May 2018 136,352 miles

nearside and offside rear flexi brake hoses deteriorating

Fail 1 May 2018 136,347 miles

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

nearside and offside rear flexi brake hoses deteriorating

Pass 7 Feb 2017 114,315 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 100,024 miles

Nearside Rear tyre starting to wear on inner edge

Fail 8 Feb 2016 100,024 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre starting to wear on inner edge

Pass 13 Feb 2015 88,958 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 79,825 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 66,987 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 54,946 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 37,310 miles

nearside front brake disc slightly corroded.

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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YL57 DGZ is a 2008 BMW 530 in Grey 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 YL57 DGZ, 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.

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What year was YL57 DGZ registered?

YL57 DGZ is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 4 February 2008.

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