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LC09 XHY

2009 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

172,656 mi
Last recorded172,656 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC09 XHY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2021 172,656 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2020 153,094 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2020 153,092 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2019 140,787 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 138,279 miles

Central Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

Fail 19 Jan 2018 138,278 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Central Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

Pass 3 Feb 2017 129,465 miles

Central Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

DPF light on

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225-50-17v (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225-50-17v (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 116,278 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 105,145 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 76,169 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 52,513 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 52,506 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 26,696 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 26,696 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (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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LC09 XHY is a 2009 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LC09 XHY, 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 LC09 XHY registered?

LC09 XHY is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 31 July 2009.

Is LC09 XHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC09 XHY shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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