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FG59 OXD

2009 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

199,168 mi
Last recorded199,168 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG59 OXD
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2023 199,168 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2022 194,901 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Nov 2022 194,896 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2021 187,368 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 179,871 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 165,966 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 148,783 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 140,310 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 127,930 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 127,920 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 116,128 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 102,301 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 85,522 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 21 Nov 2013 85,522 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

NSF TYRE worn on the inner and outter edges

NSR TYRE is excessively worn on the inner edge close to chords

OSF TYRE - worn on the inner and outter edges

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 62,971 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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FG59 OXD is a 2009 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FG59 OXD, 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 FG59 OXD registered?

FG59 OXD is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 27 November 2009.

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