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LY59 OFN

2009 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

120,475 mi
Last recorded120,475 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY59 OFN
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 120,475 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge signs of wear to tyre outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front wear to engine mounting

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge signs of wear to tyre inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge signs of wear to tyre inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 117,849 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2024 117,849 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 110,120 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 107,294 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 87,775 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2021 87,763 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Oct 2020 71,291 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 57,180 miles

both front tyres wearing inner edge

Pass 3 Nov 2018 48,258 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 45,779 miles

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2016 41,327 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2016 41,327 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 22 Dec 2015 36,317 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2015 36,317 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Jan 2015 30,828 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014
Pass 11 Jan 2013 22,655 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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LY59 OFN is a 2009 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LY59 OFN, 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 LY59 OFN registered?

LY59 OFN is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is LY59 OFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY59 OFN shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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