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YP58 RKA

2008 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

142,104 mi
Last recorded142,104 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP58 RKA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2020 142,104 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 133,899 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 117,120 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2017 103,489 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 103,467 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front brake discs backing plate loose

Pass 31 May 2016 98,733 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015
Fail 18 Jun 2015 91,562 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 84,101 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 68,103 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 57,410 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 42,960 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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YP58 RKA is a 2008 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YP58 RKA, 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 YP58 RKA registered?

YP58 RKA is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 17 December 2008.

Is YP58 RKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP58 RKA shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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