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EY59 ZKR

2009 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

114,725 mi
Last recorded114,725 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY59 ZKR
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 114,725 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 110,350 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 106,432 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 102,492 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022 98,831 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2021 94,314 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 89,930 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 86,650 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 83,975 miles

Front Brake application slightly uneven

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2019 83,975 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake application slightly uneven

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 83,031 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 74,806 miles

Engine cover fitted

Undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2016 68,046 miles

brake pad wear warning light on

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2015 63,726 miles

engine cover fitted

nail in nearside front tyre tread

sill covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Sep 2014 59,131 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

minor damage front registration plate

minor damage to all roadwheels

minor damage to offside rear tyre outer sidewall

sill covers fitted

Fail 15 Sep 2014 59,131 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

minor damage front registration plate

minor damage to all roadwheels

minor damage to offside rear tyre outer sidewall

sill covers fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2013 51,518 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Sep 2013 51,518 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre slightly damaged and wearing on inner edge

Pass 19 Sep 2012 40,982 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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EY59 ZKR is a 2009 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 EY59 ZKR, 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 EY59 ZKR registered?

EY59 ZKR is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 10 November 2009.

Is EY59 ZKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY59 ZKR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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