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LJ59 CMX

2009 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

133,472 mi
Last recorded133,472 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ59 CMX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2025 133,472 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

WINTER FITTED FRONT

Pass 29 Jun 2024 132,865 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 131,553 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2022 129,511 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 127,851 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 126,303 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2019 117,198 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 110,779 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Undertray fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Mar 2018 110,776 miles

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

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

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Undertray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2017 104,133 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 92,352 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 13 Mar 2015 81,896 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 64,355 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 44,415 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 18,513 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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LJ59 CMX is a 2009 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LJ59 CMX, 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 LJ59 CMX registered?

LJ59 CMX is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 12 December 2009.

Is LJ59 CMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ59 CMX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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