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LD09 UHS

2009 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

187,498 mi
Last recorded187,498 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD09 UHS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 187,498 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2025 175,979 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 166,315 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 worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 155,459 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 144,018 miles

offside front track rod end ball joint has slight movement

undertray and engine covers are fitted to the vehicle preventing the inspection of some components

vehicles emissions too clean

Pass 12 Sep 2020 115,626 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 113,808 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 111,511 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2018 111,502 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Oct 2017 107,171 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 100,492 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 94,012 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 86,299 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2013 71,285 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 62,429 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 61,937 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 61,937 miles

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

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

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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LD09 UHS is a 2009 BMW 530 in Blue 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 LD09 UHS, 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 LD09 UHS registered?

LD09 UHS is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 17 April 2009.

Is LD09 UHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD09 UHS 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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