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L5 MXA

2018 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,540 mi
Last recorded74,540 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 53052,102 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL5 MXA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,999cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 14 Feb 2026 74,540 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 69,215 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 62,578 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 54,628 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 45,200 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 35,827 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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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L5 MXA is a 2018 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 L5 MXA, 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 L5 MXA?

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What year was L5 MXA registered?

L5 MXA is a 2018 BMW 530, first registered on 16 April 2018.

Is L5 MXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L5 MXA shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L5 MXA have outstanding finance?

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