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HG68 PLJ

2018 BMW 530

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,904 mi
Last recorded58,904 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW 53052,102 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG68 PLJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 58,904 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 48,421 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2023 28,940 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2022 16,899 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2022 16,899 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 16,775 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 16,735 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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HG68 PLJ is a 2018 BMW 530 in Black with a 1,998cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HG68 PLJ, 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

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What year was HG68 PLJ registered?

HG68 PLJ is a 2018 BMW 530, first registered on 21 December 2018.

Is HG68 PLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG68 PLJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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