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CP59 ABX

2009 BMW 535

Bronze Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

268,681 mi
Last recorded268,681 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 53595,366 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP59 ABX
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2009
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 268,681 miles

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

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

engine covers fitted

undercovers fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2024 255,586 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 21 Sep 2023 242,035 miles

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

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Sep 2022 229,314 miles

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

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 219,692 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Oct 2020 209,887 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 205,826 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Air bellows slightly perished

Pass 16 Jan 2019 182,882 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 182,882 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 157,411 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 130,001 miles

both front tyres bald on outer edges

Pass 26 Jan 2016 104,838 miles

both rear tyres bald on inner edges

Pass 12 Jan 2015 81,162 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 81,162 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 56,740 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 31,177 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 30,410 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 535?

Based on 216,162 MOT tests across 18,035 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
7,094
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
18,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,346
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,237
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,669
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,608
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,438
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CP59 ABX is a 2009 BMW 535 in Bronze with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 95,366 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CP59 ABX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 535 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CP59 ABX registered?

CP59 ABX is a 2009 BMW 535, first registered on 26 October 2009.

Is CP59 ABX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP59 ABX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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