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AF18 XEZ

2018 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,788 mi
Last recorded88,788 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 53052,102 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF18 XEZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 88,788 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 77,986 miles
Fail 21 May 2025 77,985 miles

Offside Front Brake insecure (1.1.21 (c))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Apr 2024 65,628 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 55,887 miles
Fail 2 May 2023 55,881 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245/35R20 95Y Outer tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2022 45,266 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 29,673 miles

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

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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AF18 XEZ is a 2018 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2018 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 52,102 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 AF18 XEZ, 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 8 years old, this BMW 530 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF18 XEZ?

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What year was AF18 XEZ registered?

AF18 XEZ is a 2018 BMW 530, first registered on 29 March 2018.

Is AF18 XEZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF18 XEZ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF18 XEZ have outstanding finance?

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