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DN59 AWX

2009 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

153,423 mi
Last recorded153,423 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN59 AWX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 153,423 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2026 153,366 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Feb 2025 142,456 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 132,713 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2023 123,362 miles

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

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2023 123,360 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 118,822 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both wearing edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 113,190 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 104,600 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on inner edges.

Fail 11 Feb 2020 104,490 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Both rear tyres wearing on inner edges.

Pass 23 Jan 2019 96,210 miles

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

under body trays /engine covers /bonnet covers

Pass 9 Feb 2018 86,077 miles

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

under trays fitted

Fail 8 Feb 2018 86,027 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low unable to adjust (1.8)

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

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Feb 2017 73,841 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 61,939 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 55,971 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 49,382 miles

front tyres wearing off on outer edges

Fail 2 Feb 2013 43,373 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Feb 2013 43,373 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 36,068 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 36,068 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

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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DN59 AWX is a 2009 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2009 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 94,161 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 DN59 AWX, 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 17 years old, this BMW 530 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DN59 AWX registered?

DN59 AWX is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 19 November 2009.

Is DN59 AWX safe to buy?

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