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FL09 YDM

2009 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

188,644 mi
Last recorded188,644 miles
Recorded on22 May 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL09 YDM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2023 188,644 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2022 182,581 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2021 178,672 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2021 178,672 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2020 173,682 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly (1.1.10 (g))

Offside Rear tyre inner sidewall slightly out of shape

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2020 173,682 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly (1.1.10 (g))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear tyre inner sidewall slightly out of shape

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 165,104 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2018 158,178 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 148,531 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 139,028 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 134,106 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 120,496 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 95,675 miles

front brake discs worn

front brake pads 70% worn

Pass 19 Mar 2012 67,409 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 19 Mar 2012 67,409 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

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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FL09 YDM is a 2009 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc 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 FL09 YDM, 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.

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What year was FL09 YDM registered?

FL09 YDM is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 23 March 2009.

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