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YN08 ZPJ

2008 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

248,114 mi
Last recorded248,114 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN08 ZPJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 248,114 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Undertray fitted , not allowing full inspection.

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

Pass 24 Mar 2025 235,072 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2024 219,202 miles

Emission levels just on limits.

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Slight oil leak from power steering oil reservoir

Under tray fitted , not allowing full inspection.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view In zone A and zone B but both not more than the limits. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 211,491 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 206,401 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Fail 24 Mar 2022 206,400 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 204,065 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 197,020 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 189,407 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 181,898 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 173,528 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 164,314 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 154,183 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 138,618 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 120,264 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 106,328 miles

THE NSR TYRE TREAD IS WORN RIGHT TO THE LEGAL MIN

THE OSR TYRE TREAD IS WORN VERY NEAR THE LEGAL MIN

Pass 23 Mar 2011 89,776 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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YN08 ZPJ is a 2008 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YN08 ZPJ, 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 YN08 ZPJ registered?

YN08 ZPJ is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is YN08 ZPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN08 ZPJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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