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YR08 CAU

2008 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

217,620 mi
Last recorded217,620 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 CAU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 217,620 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2026 217,620 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2025 208,574 miles

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

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

light corrosion underneath

Pass 14 Mar 2024 200,508 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 189,340 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 176,277 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 164,468 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2020 152,075 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 147,132 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 140,720 miles

All brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 11 Mar 2017 132,544 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 126,463 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 112,756 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 104,254 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 98,041 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2013 97,504 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 80,566 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 62,268 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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YR08 CAU is a 2008 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YR08 CAU, 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 YR08 CAU registered?

YR08 CAU is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is YR08 CAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 CAU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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