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LK05 GRY

2009 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

83,628 mi
Last recorded83,628 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK05 GRY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2024 83,628 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Oct 2024 83,466 miles

Emissions unable to be completed smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction dpf (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 83,457 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 82,526 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2021 80,129 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 78,037 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources LIT but DIM (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2020 78,037 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources LIT but DIM (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2019 76,185 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

emissions tested to plate limit of 0.52,averaged 0.21

o/s/f caliper spring poor

outstanding recall,refer to dealer

unable to assess some areas due to covers

Pass 3 Oct 2018 74,584 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

emissions tested to plate value of 0.52,fast pass @ 0.20

handbrake imbalance

headlamp washers appear inop

o/s/f brake caliper spring detaching

unable to assess some areas due to covers

Pass 22 Sep 2017 72,573 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

handbrake travel/imbalance

unable to assess some areas due to covers

Pass 3 Oct 2016 68,017 miles

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

unable to assess some areas due to covers

Fail 3 Oct 2016 68,017 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

unable to assess some areas due to covers

Pass 2 Oct 2015 65,317 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 63,226 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 61,531 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Oct 2012 60,204 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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LK05 GRY is a 2009 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2009 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 94,161 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 LK05 GRY, 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 LK05 GRY registered?

LK05 GRY is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is LK05 GRY safe to buy?

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