CarVerify

Free Car Check

FX59 BTV

2009 BMW 530

White Diesel 2979cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

209,981 mi
Last recorded209,981 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX59 BTV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2024 209,981 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2024 209,977 miles

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

Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended middle belt (7.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2023 207,070 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

brake pad warning light on dash

Fail 15 Mar 2023 207,061 miles

Emissions unable to be completed oil below min (8.2.2.2 (e))

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

brake pad warning light on dash

Pass 11 Mar 2022 197,708 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Trailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))

brake pad warning light on

Fail 10 Mar 2022 197,708 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.50 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Trailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))

brake pad warning light on

Pass 9 Mar 2021 188,051 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

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

Trailer electrical socket insecure 7 pin tow socket loose (4.10 (a) (i))

bake pad warning on dash

Fail 9 Mar 2021 188,051 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing unable to open fuel flap to inspect fuel cap (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative both front head lamp washer not working (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. driver seat not adjusting back or forward (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

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

Trailer electrical socket insecure 7 pin tow socket loose (4.10 (a) (i))

bake pad warning on dash

Pass 18 Mar 2020 180,702 miles

Engine Oil Level On Minimum

Nearside Front Brake Pad Wear Sensor Not Connected To Pads

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Mar 2020 180,702 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake Pad Wear Sensor Not Connected To Pads

Engine Oil Level On Minimum

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 170,379 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 159,947 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 143,573 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 137,757 miles

offside rear tyre worn on inside edge

release button on rearcentre seat belt damaged

Pass 2 Sep 2013 119,975 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 83,887 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

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
Full BMW 530 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FX59 BTV is a 2009 BMW 530 in White with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FX59 BTV, 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

How do I check the history of FX59 BTV?

You can check the full history of FX59 BTV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FX59 BTV registered?

FX59 BTV is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 3 September 2009.

Is FX59 BTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX59 BTV shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FX59 BTV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FX59 BTV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.