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LR59 YUW

2009 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

147,995 mi
Last recorded147,995 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR59 YUW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 147,995 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2025 147,991 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2024 144,121 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 141,923 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 127,846 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2021 121,607 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the 1.6 limmit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2020 105,604 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 87,243 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 72,417 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 62,061 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 46,775 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 39,698 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2014 33,865 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 26,956 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 20,403 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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LR59 YUW is a 2009 BMW 530 in Black 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 LR59 YUW, 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 LR59 YUW registered?

LR59 YUW is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 16 October 2009.

Is LR59 YUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR59 YUW 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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