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FV59 BYN

2009 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

162,315 mi
Last recorded162,315 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV59 BYN
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2023 162,315 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2023 162,315 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 220,440 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 98,934 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 69,785 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn inner edge

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front tyre worn both edges

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 28 Aug 2019 69,785 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre worn inner edge

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front tyre worn both edges

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Oct 2018 65,883 miles

rear passenger seats folded at time of test

Fail 2 Oct 2018 65,883 miles

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

rear passenger seats folded at time of test

Pass 22 Aug 2017 60,940 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 50,512 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has cut marks in outer side wall. not deep enough to hit ply cords.

Oil leak ()

slight play from both front suspension arm bush's. (front suspension arm's)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 45,515 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 37,271 miles

body damage on boot lid

front inner brake pads, look low?

front number plate starting to discolour

n/s/f tyre damaged outer sidewall

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 30 Aug 2013 28,318 miles

Nearside front tyre has sidewall damage

Nearside rear tyre worn on the inner edge

Offside rear tyre worn on the inner edge

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

Pass 6 Aug 2012 17,378 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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FV59 BYN is a 2009 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FV59 BYN, 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 FV59 BYN registered?

FV59 BYN is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 20 November 2009.

Is FV59 BYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV59 BYN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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