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GB59 FKU

2009 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

177,003 mi
Last recorded177,003 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGB59 FKU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 177,003 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2024 155,609 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 141,613 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 133,910 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2021 127,691 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 120,370 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 113,240 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 104,369 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 98,371 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 97,936 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 88,948 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 80,897 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 75,255 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 69,333 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2013 69,333 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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GB59 FKU is a 2009 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GB59 FKU, 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 GB59 FKU registered?

GB59 FKU is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 18 December 2009.

Is GB59 FKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GB59 FKU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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