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G16 HAB

2009 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

148,259 mi
Last recorded148,259 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG16 HAB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 148,259 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2024 134,143 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 118,204 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2022 99,248 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2021 75,169 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 63,522 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2021 63,522 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Dec 2019 61,608 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 58,905 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 2,135 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2018 51,976 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245/40R18 (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Sep 2016 44,264 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 41,261 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on both edges

Fail 28 Sep 2015 41,256 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

245/40 R18 93Y GOODYEAR EAGLE NCT 5 * (RSC)

Nearside front tyre worn on both edges

Fail 19 Sep 2014 37,891 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 37,891 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 30,116 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 30,116 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 23,683 miles

Nearside rear tyre wearing low

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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G16 HAB is a 2009 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 G16 HAB, 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 G16 HAB registered?

G16 HAB is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 20 August 2009.

Is G16 HAB safe to buy?

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