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LP09 ZBJ

2009 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

136,563 mi
Last recorded136,563 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP09 ZBJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 136,563 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 127,919 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 118,990 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2024 118,990 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 112,284 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2021 106,621 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 99,869 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 5 Jul 2019 85,836 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 76,983 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 68,535 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 49,764 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 41,437 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 41,437 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 25,020 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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LP09 ZBJ is a 2009 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LP09 ZBJ, 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

How do I check the history of LP09 ZBJ?

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What year was LP09 ZBJ registered?

LP09 ZBJ is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is LP09 ZBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP09 ZBJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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