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HF59 BZU

2009 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

222,782 mi
Last recorded222,782 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF59 BZU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 222,782 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

UNDER TRAYS FITTED PREVENTING FULL INSPECTION OF BRAKE PIPES ETC.

Pass 11 Apr 2025 215,607 miles

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

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured REPEATOR LIGHT (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 200,488 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2023 186,057 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2023 186,057 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 175,645 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 162,844 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Slight rattle both sides ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre damaged around the outer sidewall/curb rash (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom arm front bushes splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2019 155,967 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 152,031 miles

Nearside Rear Inner tyre worn

Pass 15 Dec 2017 147,702 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2017 147,699 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

Pass 6 May 2016 140,584 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 140,584 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 122,117 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Apr 2015 122,103 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 May 2014 100,230 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 81,388 miles

NO PRINT OUT PRODUCED DUE TO LOW EMISSIONS

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 61,174 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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HF59 BZU is a 2009 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HF59 BZU, 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 HF59 BZU registered?

HF59 BZU is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 1 September 2009.

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