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YR08 YPA

2008 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

159,320 mi
Last recorded159,320 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 53098,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 YPA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2017 159,320 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

n/s/f top suspension mount has play

Fail 3 Jun 2017 159,320 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

n/s/f top suspension mount has play

Pass 29 May 2016 151,144 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 147,306 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 131,405 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 113,508 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 98,565 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 98,401 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 82,280 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 82,280 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 YPA is a 2008 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 YR08 YPA, 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 YPA registered?

YR08 YPA is a 2008 BMW 530, first registered on 22 April 2008.

Is YR08 YPA safe to buy?

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