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LR09 FBF

2009 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

163,920 mi
Last recorded163,920 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR09 FBF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 163,920 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2025 154,487 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2025 154,487 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 140,295 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2024 140,295 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both side (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 127,509 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2022 118,473 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2022 118,473 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2021 113,091 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 108,862 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 98,132 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2019 98,130 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2018 92,286 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 80,052 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 69,685 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner bead (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 24 Jun 2016 69,685 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 57,637 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jun 2014 45,658 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 32,163 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 25,952 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 19,787 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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LR09 FBF is a 2009 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 LR09 FBF, 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.

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What year was LR09 FBF registered?

LR09 FBF is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 17 March 2009.

Is LR09 FBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR09 FBF shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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