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LV09 FZF

2009 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

138,829 mi
Last recorded138,829 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV09 FZF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2021 138,829 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 113,078 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 107,574 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2018 101,119 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2018 101,119 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Jul 2017 91,534 miles

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

Nearside windscreen has damage to an area but is not affecting drivers view

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Parking brake needs slight adjustment

Pass 11 Jul 2016 83,892 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm tread (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Jul 2016 83,891 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm tread (4.1.E.1)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 17 Apr 2015 71,624 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2014 58,172 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 41,346 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 41,346 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)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 26,990 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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LV09 FZF is a 2009 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LV09 FZF, 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 LV09 FZF registered?

LV09 FZF is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 30 March 2009.

Is LV09 FZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV09 FZF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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