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GU09 ZBV

2009 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

195,221 mi
Last recorded195,221 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU09 ZBV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2023 195,221 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2022 177,438 miles

Front Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2021 169,814 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 150,413 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2020 150,276 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2019 111,747 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 108,264 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2018 108,217 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Management light on

Pass 10 Mar 2017 103,250 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

park brake travel high

Pass 16 Mar 2016 91,815 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm in center and bald on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm in center and bald on edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 77,885 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 77,884 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 65,687 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Apr 2013 53,120 miles

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

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

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

Offside front tyre tread low on inner edge.

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

Pass 10 Apr 2012 41,057 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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GU09 ZBV 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 GU09 ZBV, 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 GU09 ZBV registered?

GU09 ZBV is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 18 March 2009.

Is GU09 ZBV safe to buy?

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