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L20 JVJ

2009 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

138,610 mi
Last recorded138,610 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL20 JVJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 138,610 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 137,007 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2025 137,007 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 6 Jan 2024 134,156 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 6 Jan 2024 134,156 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 7 Jan 2023 126,063 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 117,663 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 116,082 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 114,308 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 108,622 miles

high level stop lamp inop

Pass 2 May 2018 96,083 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 80,356 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 65,471 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 51,896 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2014 40,438 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 25,116 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 20,954 miles

both rear tyres wearing on very inner edges

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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L20 JVJ is a 2009 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 L20 JVJ, 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 L20 JVJ registered?

L20 JVJ is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 12 August 2009.

Is L20 JVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L20 JVJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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