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SFX 35

2018 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,355 mi
Last recorded78,355 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW 53052,102 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFX 35
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2025 78,355 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 66,254 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 56,119 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 45,230 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 34,265 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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SFX 35 is a 2018 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 SFX 35, 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 SFX 35?

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What year was SFX 35 registered?

SFX 35 is a 2018 BMW 530, first registered on 19 November 2018.

Is SFX 35 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFX 35 shows 5 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 SFX 35 have outstanding finance?

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